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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Swansea is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Swansea via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Swansea?

The distance between Basingstoke and Swansea is 171 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Basingstoke to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Swansea bus from?

Basingstoke to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Swansea train from?

Basingstoke to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Swansea?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Swansea bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Swansea is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Basingstoke to Swansea.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 14m
£41–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
5h 27m
£32–77
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Swansea146.6 mi
2h 41m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
5h 57m
£61–114

Basingstoke to Swansea by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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