What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Hirwaun?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Hirwaun. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Mount Pleasant Inn via Co-op. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Hirwaun?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Hirwaun. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Aberdare via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Swansea to Hirwaun?

The distance between Swansea and Hirwaun is 27 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Hirwaun without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun without a car is to bus and line 8 bus via Neath Bus Station Stand 9 which takes 2h 18m and costs £9 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Hirwaun?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Swansea to Hirwaun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Hirwaun bus from?

Swansea to Hirwaun bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Neath Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Hirwaun train from?

Swansea to Hirwaun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Hirwaun?

The best way to get from Swansea to Hirwaun is to bus and line 8 bus via Neath Bus Station Stand 9 which takes 2h 18m and costs £9 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Swansea to Hirwaun bus arrive?

Swansea to Hirwaun bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Co-op station.

Where does the Swansea to Hirwaun train arrive?

Swansea to Hirwaun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Hirwaun?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Hirwaun is 25 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Swansea to Hirwaun.

Where can I stay near Hirwaun?

There are 687+ hotels available in Hirwaun.

Swansea to Hirwaun - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Hirwaun by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 8 bus via Neath Bus Station Stand 9
best
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 to Co-opbus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Mount Pleasant Innbus 8
2h 18m
£9–14
Drive 24.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Hirwauncar 24.4 mi
29 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 9m
£29–58
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Hirwauntaxi 24.4 mi
29 min
£55–70
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Co-opbus X7
2. Take the bus from Co-op to Clockbus 8
2h 23m
£7–9

Swansea to Hirwaun by train and bus

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Hirwaun, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Mount Pleasant Inn via Neath, Neath Bus Station Stand 9, and Co-op in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swansea to Prince of Wales via Cardiff Central, Aberdare, and Aberdare Bus Station 10 in around 3h 9m.

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