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 43m.

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 43m and costs £35 - £55.

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 15m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Swansea?

The distance between Basingstoke and Swansea is 170 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 15m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Basingstoke to Swansea, including transfers.

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 15m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 25m.

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 43m to drive from Basingstoke to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Swansea.

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 Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 15m
£88–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
5h 25m
£33–63
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Swanseacar 146.6 mi
2h 43m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
5h 56m
£60–126

Basingstoke to Swansea by train

147Weekly Trains

3h 15mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand B once daily. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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