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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rhymney is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Rhymney is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Rhymney?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Rhymney. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at The Royal via Free Street and Merthyr Bus Station 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Rhymney?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rhymney. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Rhymney via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Swansea to Rhymney?

The distance between Swansea and Rhymney is 69 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Rhymney without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Swansea to Rhymney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rhymney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rhymney train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Rhymney?

The best way to get from Swansea to Rhymney is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Swansea to Rhymney bus arrive?

Swansea to Rhymney bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Bulwark station.

Where does the Swansea to Rhymney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Rhymney?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Rhymney is 36 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Swansea to Rhymney.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhymney?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Rhymneytrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2h 32m
£27–54
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Rhymneycar 35.8 mi
40 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bulwarkbus T6
2. Take the bus from Free Street to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
3h 31m
£12–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Rhymneytaxi 35.8 mi
40 min
£85–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Rhymneytrain Bridgend - Rhymney
4h 16m
£23–38

Swansea to Rhymney by train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 68.4 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Rhymney via Cardiff Central in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to The Royal via Bulwark, Free Street, and Merthyr Bus Station 11 in around 3h 31m.

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