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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Tywyn is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Tywyn is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at High Street via Carmarthen station and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Tywyn via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Swansea to Tywyn?

The distance between Swansea and Tywyn is 107 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Tywyn without a car is to train and bus via Aberystwyth which takes 6h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Swansea to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tywyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tywyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Swansea to Tywyn is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Swansea to Tywyn bus arrive?

Swansea to Tywyn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Swansea to Tywyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Tywyn is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Swansea to Tywyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1120+ hotels available in Tywyn.

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

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Train, bus via Aberystwyth
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6bus 1
6h 3m
Drive 96.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Tywyncar 96.6 mi
2h 42m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
7h 5m
£74–134
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Machynlleth Town Clockbus 1
6h 4m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Machynlleth Town Clockbus 1
6h 9m

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Tywyn via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to High Street via Rose and Crown, Carmarthen station, and Machynlleth Town Clock in around 6h 9m.

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