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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Swansea is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Swansea is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - North Road and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Wales to Swansea?

The distance between Wales and Swansea is 46 miles. The road distance is 41.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £15 - £35.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Swansea takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wales to Swansea bus from?

Wales to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Swansea?

The best way to get from Wales to Swansea is to train which takes 51 min and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Wales to Swansea bus arrive?

Wales to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Swansea is 42 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Wales to Swansea.

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

Book your Wales to Swansea train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Wales to Swansea bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1307+ hotels available in Swansea.

Can I share a ride from Wales to Swansea?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Wales and Swansea. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Wales to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Wales to Swansea by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
51 min
£15–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Swansearideshare 40.9 mi
1h 5m
£4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
1h 10m
£5–12
Drive 41.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanseacar 41.4 mi
49 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Swanseataxi 41.4 mi
49 min
£180–220

Wales to Swansea by train

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Wales and Swansea, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 51 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Swansea City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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