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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Swansea
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Swansea will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basingstoke for Swansea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:233h04Basingstoke14:27Swansea£621One-way0 changes
- 11:233h04Basingstoke14:27Swansea£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 202 km
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£66 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Swansea trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:49 Basingstoke | 2h44 | 12:33 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 10:48 Basingstoke | 2h42 | 13:30 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 11:49 Basingstoke | 2h39 | 14:28 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 12:48 Basingstoke | 2h42 | 15:30 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 13:50 Basingstoke | 2h38 | 16:28 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 14:48 Basingstoke | 2h42 | 17:30 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 15:48 Basingstoke | 2h46 | 18:34 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 16:49 Basingstoke | 2h41 | 19:30 Swansea | 1 change | |
.png) | 16:59 Basingstoke | 3h17 | 20:16 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 17:49 Basingstoke | 2h45 | 20:34 Swansea | 1 change | |
| 17:53 Basingstoke | 3h24 | 21:17 Swansea | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Basingstoke to Swansea trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Swansea.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Swansea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basingstoke to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Swansea
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Trains from Basingstoke to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke and Swansea from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Swansea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Swansea
Most Basingstoke to Swansea trains use the Basingstoke to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basingstoke station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke train station facilities and services
Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Basingstoke arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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