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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Tilbury is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Tilbury is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at London Hammersmith Bridge Road via Newport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Tilbury Town via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Swansea to Tilbury?

The distance between Swansea and Tilbury is 220 miles. The road distance is 212 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Swansea to Tilbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tilbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tilbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Swansea to Tilbury is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Swansea to Tilbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Tilbury train arrive?

Swansea to Tilbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Tilbury is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Swansea to Tilbury.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tilbury?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
4h 17m
£101–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
7h 10m
£40–92
Drive 210.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Tilburycar 210.8 mi
4h 11m
£52–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
8h 7m
£234–535

Swansea to Tilbury by train and subway

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £85–170 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Tilbury Town via Newport Train Station, London Hammersmith Bridge Road, Hammersmith, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 7h 10m.

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