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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Risca is to bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Risca is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Risca?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Risca. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Spar via Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Risca?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Risca. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Swansea to Risca?

The distance between Swansea and Risca is 64 miles. The road distance is 52 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Risca without a car is to train and line 151 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs £26 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Swansea to Risca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Risca bus from?

Swansea to Risca bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Risca train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Risca?

The best way to get from Swansea to Risca is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Swansea to Risca bus arrive?

Swansea to Risca bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newport Train Station.

Where does the Swansea to Risca train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Risca is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Swansea to Risca.

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

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Where can I stay near Risca?

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Swansea to Risca - 5 ways to travel via train, line 151 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 151 bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Sparbus 151 / ...
1h 43m
£26–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2h 27m
£10–16
Drive 51.7 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Riscacar 51.7 mi
57 min
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymistertrain Cardiff Central - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2h 14m
£25–50
Bus via Kingsway K14
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
2h 31m
£14–30

Swansea to Risca by train and bus

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swansea to Risca & Pontymister via Cardiff Central in around 2h 14m.

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