Travel Guides
To get to Swansea by car, follow the M4 motorway towards South Wales and exit at Junction 42 towards Swansea. From the city centre, follow signs to Swansea Bay and the Marina. Alternatively, you can take the A483 from Llandovery or the A4067 from Brecon.
By rail, Swansea is well connected to major cities such as London, Cardiff, Bristol, and Birmingham. High-speed trains from London Paddington take just over 2 hours to reach Swansea. From the station, it's a short walk to the city centre and other local attractions.
If you're traveling from nearby landmarks, consider taking the scenic route. From the Gower Peninsula, you can drive along the coast on the A4118 or take a bus from Rhossili. From the Brecon Beacons, take the A4067 towards Swansea through the Black Mountains. From Cardiff, take the A4232 and M4 or the train for a faster journey.
The closest airport to Swansea is Cardiff Airport, located approximately 47 miles east of the town. If you're traveling by car, the most direct route is to take the A48 and then the M4 westbound until you reach Swansea. This journey should take around an hour, depending on traffic. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Airport to Swansea Station, which usually takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.