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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Llanberis is to bus and drive which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Llanberis is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Llanberis?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Llanberis. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Swansea to Llanberis?

The distance between Swansea and Llanberis is 158 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Llanberis without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Swansea to Llanberis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Llanberis train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Llanberis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Llanberis?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Llanberis is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Swansea to Llanberis.

Where can I stay near Llanberis?

There are 2159+ hotels available in Llanberis.

Swansea to Llanberis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, drive
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1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
4. Drive from Park Avenue to Llanberiscar
5h 7m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 35m
£120–204
Drive 141.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Llanberiscar 141.2 mi
3h 29m
£35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 7m
£106–170

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Llanberis, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Llanberis via Cardiff Central and Bangor (Gwynedd) in around 6h 35m.

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