What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Cardiff Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Cardiff Gate. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Heol Pontprennau via Customhouse Street JG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Swansea to Cardiff Gate?

The distance between Swansea and Cardiff Gate is 53 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Cardiff Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 58m and costs £9 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cardiff Gate bus from?

Swansea to Cardiff Gate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff Gate bus arrive?

Swansea to Cardiff Gate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Cardiff Gate?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Cardiff Gate is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Swansea to Cardiff Gate.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Gate?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Cardiff Gate.

Swansea to Cardiff Gate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Cardiff Gate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Wyndham Arcade Stop JE to Heol Pontprennau57 / ...
1h 58m
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Customhouse Street JG to Heol Pontprennau57 / ...
2h 19m
£6–9
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Cardiff Gate43 mi
47 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Cardiff Gate43 mi
47 min
£100–120
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
3h 52m

Swansea to Cardiff Gate by train, bus, and foot

300Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.1 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Cardiff Gate, Wales?

You can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Cardiff Gate via Kingsway GD, Customhouse Street JG, and Heol Pontprennau in around 2h 19m.

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