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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Whitstable is to bus and train which costs £50 - £95 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Whitstable is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Whitstable via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Swansea to Whitstable?

The distance between Swansea and Whitstable is 252 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Whitstable without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 12m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Swansea to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Swansea to Whitstable is to train via London which takes 5h 12m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Swansea to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Whitstable is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Swansea to Whitstable.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 12m
£116–222
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain
8h 18m
£50–92
Drive 247.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Whitstablecar 247.8 mi
4h 15m
£61–89
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 13m
£118–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 24m
£55–131

Swansea to Whitstable by train and subway

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Distance: 250.4 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Whitstable via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 24m.

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