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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Shropshire is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Shropshire is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Compasses Inn via Brecon Interchange 2 and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Shrewsbury via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Swansea to Shropshire?

The distance between Swansea and Shropshire is 152 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Shropshire without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Swansea to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Shropshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Shropshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Swansea to Shropshire is to train via Cardiff which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £22 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Swansea to Shropshire bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Shropshire is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Swansea to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 942+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 42m
£52–97
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 Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2 to Compasses Innbus X48
6h 28m
£16–22
Drive 105.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Shropshirecar 105.6 mi
2h 26m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 53m
£42–67

Swansea to Shropshire by train and bus

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3h 42mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Bus Station via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Compasses Inn via Brecon Interchange 2 and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2 in around 6h 28m.

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