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 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 Newton-le-Willows via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Swansea to Leigh?

The distance between Swansea and Leigh is 230 miles. The road distance is 172.9 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 £75 - £120.

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 train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Leigh train arrive?

Swansea to Leigh train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 3575+ hotels available in Leigh.

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

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

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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
£75–118
Drive 171.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Leighcar 171.9 mi
3h 46m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
8h
£68–235
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h
£70–126

Swansea to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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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 train from Swansea to Leigh Bus Station via Cardiff Central, Crewe, Warrington Bank Quay, Newton-le-Willows, and Newton-le-Willows Interchange in around 6h.

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