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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Swansea is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Swansea via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Basildon to Swansea?

The distance between Basildon and Swansea is 220 miles. The road distance is 219.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Basildon to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Basildon to Swansea?

The best way to get from Basildon to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Basildon to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basildon to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Swansea is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Basildon to Swansea.

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

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Basildon to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Swansea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 51m
£100–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 30m
£47–121
Drive 218.1 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Swanseacar 218.1 mi
4h 5m
£55–79
Fly, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
8h
£317–576

Basildon to Swansea by train and subway

151Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

£100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £85–170 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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