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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Shifnal is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Shifnal is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Shifnal?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Shifnal. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at The Wheatsheaf via Lordswood Road and Wolverhampton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Shifnal?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Shifnal. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Shifnal via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Swansea to Shifnal?

The distance between Swansea and Shifnal is 169 miles. The road distance is 115.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Shifnal without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Swansea to Shifnal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Shifnal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Shifnal train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Shifnal?

The best way to get from Swansea to Shifnal is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Swansea to Shifnal bus arrive?

Swansea to Shifnal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Shifnal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Shifnal?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Shifnal is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Swansea to Shifnal.

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

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Where can I stay near Shifnal?

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Swansea to Shifnal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Shifnal 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 / ...
4h 24m
£63–129
Drive 115.2 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea to Shifnalcar 115.2 mi
2h 41m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
7h 18m
£35–80
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 59m
£54–96

Swansea to Shifnal by train

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Shifnal via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Lordswood Road 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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