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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Swansea is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Swansea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Swansea?

The distance between Nottingham and Swansea is 211 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Nottingham to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Swansea bus from?

Nottingham to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Donington Park station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Swansea train from?

Nottingham to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Swansea?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Nottingham to Swansea bus arrive?

Nottingham to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Nottingham to Swansea train arrive?

Nottingham to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Swansea is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Nottingham to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 30m
£103–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donington Park to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus D8
6h 38m
£39–95
Drive 184.1 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Swanseacar 184.1 mi
3h 13m
£46–67
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 53m
£102–164
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 23m
£103–169

Nottingham to Swansea by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Swansea via Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Donington Park to Swansea Bus Station Stand B once a week. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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