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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Leigh is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Leigh is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Sophia Gardens and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Wigan North Western via Cardiff Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Swansea to Leigh?

The distance between Swansea and Leigh is 230 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Leigh without a car is to train and line 35 bus which takes 5h 45m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Swansea to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Leigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Leigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Leigh?

The best way to get from Swansea to Leigh is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Swansea to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Leigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Leigh is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Swansea to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3605+ hotels available in Leigh.

Swansea to Leigh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Leigh by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 35 bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
5h 45m
£88–146
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Leighcar 172.1 mi
3h 46m
£42–61
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
7h 18m
£45–106
Train
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 Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 15m
£87–156

Swansea to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

40Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Leigh Bus Station via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swansea to Leigh Town Hall via Cardiff Central, Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 6h 15m.

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