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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Southampton is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Coach Station via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Southampton Central via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Swansea to Southampton?

The distance between Swansea and Southampton is 161 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Swansea to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Southampton?

The best way to get from Swansea to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Swansea to Southampton bus arrive?

Swansea to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Southampton is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Swansea to Southampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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

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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 Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
4h 31m
£60–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Stationbus Cp1
5h 20m
£26–46
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Southamptoncar 148.1 mi
3h 17m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 2m
£46–90

Swansea to Southampton by train

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Southampton Central via Cardiff Central in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Coach Station via Sophia Gardens in around 5h 20m.

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