How to travel from Swansea to Wrexham, United Kingdom

The distance between Swansea and Wrexham is around 213km (132 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 50m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Swansea to Wrexham by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Wrexham General.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    £95($110)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

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Drive

Drive to Wrexham.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance213km (132 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Swansea and Wrexham

There are several options for getting from Swansea to Wrexham by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £95 ($110) and will take around 3h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £37 ($44).

The distance between Swansea and Wrexham is around 213km (132 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 171km (106 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Swansea and Wrexham by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Swansea to Wrexham is to drive which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx £37 ($44).

The cheapest way to travel between Swansea and Wrexham, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £95 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Swansea and Wrexham. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Swansea and Wrexham with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a day and takes 3h 30m.

Transport for Wales run train services between Swansea and Wrexham. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 3h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Swansea and Wrexham. We recommend that you drive to Wrexham. instead which will take 2h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Swansea to Wrexham. We recommend that you take the train to Wrexham General. instead which will take 3h 30m.

The closest major airport to Wrexham is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Wrexham. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Swansea and Wrexham. The distance is around 213km (132 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Swansea to Wrexham is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around £95 ($110).

How do I get from Swansea to Wrexham

Compare travel optionsbetween Swansea and Wrexham

Transport options from Swansea to Wrexham
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 30m
£95($110)
5 times a day291km (181 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
£37($44)
on demand213km (132 miles)

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Airports near Wrexham

The following major airports near Wrexham offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Wrexham
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Wrexham
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Wrexham