What is the best way to travel from Swansea to Edinburgh?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights for the journey to Edinburgh from Swansea. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Swansea?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $36 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Transport for Wales8h 47m05:32 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:19 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales8h 0m05:32 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m05:58 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m05:58 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:09 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains today
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Cheapest Buses tomorrow
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)9h 9m03:56 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:05 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m05:52 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:03 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh from Swansea in just 7h 34m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m05:58 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales8h 0m05:32 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m05:58 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:09 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales8h 47m05:32 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:19 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
Fastest Trains today
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Fastest Buses tomorrow
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Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m05:52 AMSwanseaCentral Station2:03 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)9h 9m03:56 AMSwanseaCentral Station1:05 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus19h 15m011:10 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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FlixBus19h 25m011:00 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Fastest Buses Monday
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Bus from Swansea to Edinburgh
What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Edinburgh?
In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Swansea? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Swansea and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $36 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Edinburgh in just 7h 34m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Swansea and Edinburgh are FlixBus, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Swansea and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Skewen or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Swansea to Edinburgh?
The most popular companies between Swansea and Edinburgh, are FlixBus, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Swansea to Edinburgh
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Swansea to Edinburgh
How can I reach Edinburgh from Swansea?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Swansea.
How far is Edinburgh from Swansea?
The distance between Swansea and Edinburgh is 301.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Swansea and Edinburgh?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 82 kgs, and a flight 119 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Swansea to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $36 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Edinburgh?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 7h 34m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
More routes to Swansea and to Edinburgh
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Swansea and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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