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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Swansea is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Swansea via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Poole to Swansea?

The distance between Poole and Swansea is 195 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £60 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Poole to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Swansea bus from?

Poole to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Swansea train from?

Poole to Swansea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Swansea?

The best way to get from Poole to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £60 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £95 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Poole to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Swansea train arrive?

Poole to Swansea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Swansea is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Poole to Swansea.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
5h 18m
£60–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
6h 59m
£26–94
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Swansea146.6 mi
3h 3m
£37–53
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 24m
£57–226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Swansea Bus Station Stand SX1
8h 28m

Poole to Swansea by train

109Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.3 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Swansea via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 59m.

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