What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Swansea is to bus via Colmore Row which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Marion Road and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Swansea?

The distance between West Midlands and Swansea is 167 miles. The road distance is 120.3 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Swansea?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from West Midlands to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Swansea bus from?

West Midlands to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lordswood Road station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Swansea train from?

West Midlands to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from West Midlands to Swansea?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the West Midlands to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Midlands to Swansea train arrive?

West Midlands to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from West Midlands to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Swansea is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from West Midlands to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Swansea?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 46m
£81–138
Bus via Colmore Row
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
5h 58m
£19–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
5h 42m
£32–83
Drive 119.6 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Swanseacar 119.6 mi
2h 47m
£30–42
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 30m
£75–128

West Midlands to Swansea by train

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lordswood Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand B 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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