What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station is to bus via Newport which costs £20 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Waterloo Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Waterloo Station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at London Eye via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Waterloo Station?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Waterloo Station station. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Waterloo station via Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

The distance between Swansea and Waterloo Station is 195 miles. The road distance is 187.5 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Waterloo Station without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Waterloo Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Waterloo Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

The best way to get from Swansea to Waterloo Station is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Swansea to Waterloo Station bus arrive?

Swansea to Waterloo Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Swansea to Waterloo Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Waterloo Station is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Swansea to Waterloo Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Waterloo Station?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo Station?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 10m
£87–165
Bus via Newport
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 Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
6h 34m
£21–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 40m
£39–93
Drive 186.4 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Waterloo Stationcar 186.4 mi
3h 26m
£46–67

Swansea to Waterloo Station by train and subway

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3h 10mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Waterloo Station, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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