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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Elstree is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 3 which costs £17 - £55 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Elstree is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Elstree?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Watling Court via Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station and Beechen Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Swansea to Elstree?

The distance between Swansea and Elstree is 208 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Swansea to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Elstree bus from?

Swansea to Elstree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Elstree train from?

Swansea to Elstree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Elstree?

The best way to get from Swansea to Elstree is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 3, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Swansea to Elstree bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Elstree train arrive?

Swansea to Elstree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Elstree is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Swansea to Elstree.

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

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Where can I stay near Elstree?

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Swansea to Elstree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Elstree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 37m
£62–185
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
5h 45m
£17–55
Drive 183.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Elstree183.2 mi
3h 23m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
6h 30m
£19–54

Swansea to Elstree by train

142Weekly Trains

3h 37mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–160 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–55 and the journey takes 4h 10m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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