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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bristol to Swansea

Composite routes from Bristol to Swansea

Cheapest
1 h 29 min
Car
128 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 58 min
Bus
95 km.
from €22.83
Details
1 h 53 min
94 km.
from $75.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Bristol to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.70–$15.19

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Bus from Bristol to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$34.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station) is to rideshare which costs $4.89 - $13.04 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $23.91 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Swansea. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

The distance between Bristol and Swansea (Station) is 136 km. The road distance is 128.2 km.

How do I travel from Bristol to Swansea (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs $48.91 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea (Station) bus from?

Bristol to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea (Station) train from?

Bristol to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

The best way to get from Bristol to Swansea (Station) is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs $48.91 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Bristol to Swansea (Station) bus arrive?

Bristol to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Swansea (Station) train arrive?

Bristol to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Swansea (Station) is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Bristol to Swansea (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Bristol to Swansea (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Bristol to Swansea (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swansea (Station)?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Swansea (Station). Prices start at $42.91 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Swansea (Station)?

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