What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Lancaster University?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Lancaster University. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Underpass via Sophia Gardens, Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Lancaster University?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Lancaster University. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Lancaster via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Swansea to Lancaster University?

The distance between Swansea and Lancaster University is 273 miles. The road distance is 212.4 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Lancaster University without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Lancaster University?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Swansea to Lancaster University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Lancaster University bus from?

Swansea to Lancaster University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Lancaster University train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Lancaster University?

The best way to get from Swansea to Lancaster University is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Swansea to Lancaster University bus arrive?

Swansea to Lancaster University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Lancaster University train arrive?

Swansea to Lancaster University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Lancaster University?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Lancaster University is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Swansea to Lancaster University.

How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Lancaster University?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancastertrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 19m
£107–187
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 28m
£34–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Underpassbus
9h 20m
£51–117
Drive 211.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Lancaster Universitycar 211.2 mi
4h 22m
£52–75
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain
6h 46m
£101–182

Swansea to Lancaster University by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 271.5 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Lancaster University, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Lancaster University via Manchester Piccadilly, Lancaster, Bus Station, and Management School in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Lancaster University via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Underpass in around 9h 20m.

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