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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swansea is to bus via Cardiff which costs £22 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Swansea via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Swansea?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Swansea is 194 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Waterloo Station to Swansea, including transfers.

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

Waterloo Station to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

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

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Swansea?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Swansea bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Swansea is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Waterloo Station to Swansea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 39m
£82–152
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
6h 24m
£23–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
6h 2m
£24–66
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Swanseacar 185.7 mi
3h 25m
£47–67

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 4h 55m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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