What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford is to bus via Birmingham which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Warwick Road via Sophia Gardens and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Exchange Quay via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Swansea to Old Trafford?

The distance between Swansea and Old Trafford is 218 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Swansea to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Old Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Old Trafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Swansea to Old Trafford is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Swansea to Old Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Old Trafford train arrive?

Swansea to Old Trafford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Old Trafford is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Swansea to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3643+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Old Trafford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 51m
£87–147
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 13m
£29–49
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
6h 53m
£45–106
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Old Traffordcar 171 mi
3h 57m
£42–60
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 52m
£84–162

Swansea to Old Trafford by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Old Trafford, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Old Trafford via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Warwick Road in around 6h 53m.

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