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How to get fromSwansea to Leighby train, bus, car, or plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

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  1. Train, line 35 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
    2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus bus 35
    5h 45m
    £75–118

  2. Drive  171.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Swansea to Leighcar car 171.9 mi
    3h 46m
    £43–62

  3. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain train
    2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane plane CWL - MAN
    3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain train
    8h
    £68–235

Swansea to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

Calendar48Weekly Services
Duration5h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket£75Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 228.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Swansea to Leigh. However, you can take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, walk to Piccadilly Gardens, then take the line 35 bus to Leigh Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Swansea to Leigh in around 3h 46m.

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