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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Swansea to Portsmouth?

The distance between Swansea and Portsmouth is 186 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Swansea to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Swansea to Portsmouth is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Swansea to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Swansea to Portsmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Portsmouth is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Swansea to Portsmouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Portsmouth?

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best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
5h 17m
£78–158
Drive 167.4 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea to Portsmouthcar 167.4 mi
3h 34m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Georges Squarebus 030
6h 54m
£47–111
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 Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
5h 46m
£62–121

Swansea to Portsmouth by train

102Weekly Trains

5h 17mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Portsmouth, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Portsmouth & Southsea via Cardiff Central in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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