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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Rugby is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Bennett Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Rugby via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Swansea to Rugby?

The distance between Swansea and Rugby is 193 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Swansea to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Rugby train from?

Swansea to Rugby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Rugby?

The best way to get from Swansea to Rugby is to train which takes 4h and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Swansea to Rugby bus arrive?

Swansea to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swansea to Rugby train arrive?

Swansea to Rugby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Rugby is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Swansea to Rugby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Rugby?

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
4h
£85–155
Drive 148 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Rugbycar 148 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
7h 16m
£41–96
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
4h 37m
£83–147
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Swansea to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
5h 6m
£68–139

Swansea to Rugby by train

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Rugby via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street in around 4h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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