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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Swansea is to fly and train which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Swansea is to fly and train which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Belfast to Swansea?

The distance between Belfast and Swansea is 384 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Swansea without a car is to train and ferry which takes 13h 38m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Belfast to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Swansea bus from?

Belfast to Swansea bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Swansea bus arrive?

Belfast to Swansea bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

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

Book your Belfast to Swansea bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Swansea.

Belfast to Swansea - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Belfast to Swansea by plane, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, busferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Belfast International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BFS - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
5h 37m
£59–154
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BHD - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
4h 57m
£54–189
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare EuroportIc / ...
3. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Fishguard Harbour0
4. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to Swansea
13h 38m
£88–137
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
3. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Pembroke Dock
4. Take the train from Pembroke Dock to Swansea
14h 50m
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Chester to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swansea
17h 2m
£93–159
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Swansea
5h 11m
£61–199
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BHD - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
6h 21m
£85–299
Fly Belfast International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BFS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
6h 51m
£81–234
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Swansea
7h 39m
£82–270
Fly Belfast International Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Swansea
8h 24m
£82–250
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Swansea Bus Station Stand B111 / ...
17h 40m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Swansea
9h 53m
£121–192

Belfast to Swansea by train, foot, and ferry

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13h 38mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Belfast to Swansea.

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Distance: 381.6 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Swansea, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Swansea. However, you can take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Bristol Parkway, then take the train to Swansea. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Swansea via Dublin Connolly, Rosslare Europort, Rosslare Harbour, Fishguard Harbour, and Fishguard Harbour in around 13h 38m.

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