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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Swansea is to bus which costs £13 - £45 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Swansea?

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

How far is it from Exeter to Swansea?

The distance between Exeter and Swansea is 161 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Swansea bus from?

Exeter to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Swansea train from?

Exeter to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Swansea?

The best way to get from Exeter to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Exeter to Swansea bus arrive?

Exeter to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Swansea train arrive?

Exeter to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Swansea is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Exeter to Swansea.

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

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

Book your Exeter to Swansea bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Exeter to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Swansea by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 14m
£44–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUkn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand BUk910 / ...
4h 26m
£13–41
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Swansea143 mi
2h 31m
£36–51
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 36m
£50–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5X2
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Swansea Bus Station Stand SX1
5h 31m

Exeter to Swansea by train

137Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Swansea via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station in around 4h 26m.

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