What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Powis Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Powis Castle. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Coed-y-Dinas via Brecon Interchange 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Powis Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Powis Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Welshpool via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Swansea to Powis Castle?

The distance between Swansea and Powis Castle is 173 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Powis Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 26m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Powis Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Swansea to Powis Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Powis Castle bus from?

Swansea to Powis Castle bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Powis Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Powis Castle?

The best way to get from Swansea to Powis Castle is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 26m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Swansea to Powis Castle bus arrive?

Swansea to Powis Castle bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 station.

Where does the Swansea to Powis Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Powis Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Powis Castle is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Swansea to Powis Castle.

Where can I stay near Powis Castle?

There are 556+ hotels available in Powis Castle.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 26m
£56–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
6h 8m
£14–21
Drive 99.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Powis Castlecar 99.6 mi
2h 23m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 51m
£44–71

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Powis Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Powis Castle via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Welshpool in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Powis Castle via Brecon Interchange 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, and Coed-y-Dinas in around 6h 8m.

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