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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Leeds is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Leeds is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Leeds via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Swansea to Leeds?

The distance between Swansea and Leeds is 276 miles. The road distance is 220.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Leeds without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 43m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Swansea to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Leeds bus from?

Swansea to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Leeds train from?

Swansea to Leeds train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Leeds?

The best way to get from Swansea to Leeds is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 43m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Swansea to Leeds bus arrive?

Swansea to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Leeds train arrive?

Swansea to Leeds train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Leeds is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Swansea to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Leeds?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Leeds?

Book your Swansea to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

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Swansea to Leeds - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 43m
£118–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
8h 15m
£34–57
Drive 219.1 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Leedscar 219.1 mi
4h 30m
£54–78
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
7h 31m
£79–186
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
5h 53m
£84–135
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
8h 40m
£44–74
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
8h 20m
£85–219

Swansea to Leeds by train

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Distance: 274.7 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Leeds via Bristol Parkway in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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