How to get to Swansea from Newton Abbot

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Compare train and coach for Newton Abbot to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton Abbot to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £74.

Distance: 124 km

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£74

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£23

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Cheapest

£42

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3h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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30m

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2h 51m

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(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Newton Abbot to Swansea:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton Abbot to Swansea costing on average £74.

The fastest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newton Abbot and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £74 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-31.70. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Newton Abbot to Swansea

How to get to Swansea from Newton Abbot by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Country Bus
    8:456h55
    Newton Abbot
    15:40Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • Country Bus
    8:456h55
    Newton Abbot
    15:40Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Stagecoach South West
    14:385h52
    Newton Abbot
    20:30Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Other options

  • Stagecoach South West
    7:226h43
    Newton Abbot
    14:05Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Stagecoach South West
    10:387h07
    Newton Abbot
    17:45Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Stagecoach South West
    18:3810h52
    Newton Abbot
    5:30Swansea
    £361One-way
    2 changes

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Best day trips from Swansea by train

The most popular day trips by train from Swansea are Cardiff, Bristol, Carmarthen, Newport and Neath. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Swansea on Omio.

A view of Cardiff

Day trip from Swansea to Cardiff by train

Why visit Cardiff for the day?

Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.

A view of Bristol

Day trip from Swansea to Bristol by train

Why visit Bristol for the day?

Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.

A view of Carmarthen

Day trip from Swansea to Carmarthen by train

Why visit Carmarthen for the day?

Carmarthen is a historic market town in south-west Wales, known for its Roman roots, castle and links with Merlin. On the River Tywi, it has a compact centre, strong Welsh character and an everyday local feel.

A view of Newport

Day trip from Swansea to Newport by train

Why visit Newport for the day?

Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.

A view of Neath

Day trip from Swansea to Neath by train

Why visit Neath for the day?

Neath is a South Wales market town known for its industrial past and the ruins of Neath Abbey. It also serves as a convenient base for the waterfalls, woods and valleys that shape the surrounding landscape.

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FAQs: Newton Abbot to Swansea

Travel to Swansea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newton Abbot to Swansea.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Newton Abbot and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Newton Abbot to Swansea:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton Abbot to Swansea costing on average £74.

The fastest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 11m.

The Newton Abbot to Swansea distance is approximately 124 km.
The average frequency per day from Newton Abbot to Swansea is:
  • Around 10 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newton Abbot and Swansea as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newton Abbot to Swansea:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court and arrive in Swansea, University Bay Campus.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newton Abbot station (NTA) and arrive in Swansea station (SWA).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newton Abbot to Swansea, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry to go to Swansea by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Swansea by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Newton Abbot to Swansea often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Cardiff Central (CDF), Cardiff, London Paddington (PAD). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swansea and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Newton Abbot to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To fully experience Swansea, including its beautiful beaches, cultural attractions like the National Waterfront Museum, and nearby natural landscapes such as the Gower Peninsula, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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