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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Swansea
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£212
Average price
£212
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
245 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Swansea will cost around £212 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £212.
Fast trains
To travel from Bedford to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:154h17
Bedford09:32Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
06:333h56
Bedford10:29Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
07:333h57
Bedford11:30Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
08:184h14
Bedford12:32Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
09:184h12
Bedford13:30Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
06:333h56
Bedford10:29Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
07:333h57
Bedford11:30Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
16:294h05
Bedford20:34Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
10:184h10
Bedford14:28Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
12:184h10
Bedford16:28Swansea
£2121One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Bedford to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Swansea trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:18 Bedford | 4h26 | 00:44 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 21:18 Bedford | 4h51 | 02:09 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 22:43 Bedford | 10h19 | 09:02 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 05:15 Bedford | 4h17 | 09:32 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 06:33 Bedford | 3h56 | 10:29 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 07:33 Bedford | 3h57 | 11:30 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 08:18 Bedford | 4h14 | 12:32 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 09:18 Bedford | 4h12 | 13:30 Swansea | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Swansea
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Trains from Bedford to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 20:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink from Bedford to Swansea trainsThameslink trains will get you between Bedford and Swansea from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest Price
£213
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Bedford to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bedford to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £69, while the average price tends to be around £99.
The train journey from Bedford to Swansea covers a distance of 245 km and takes approximately 4h 17m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bedford to Swansea is 245 km.
The first train from Bedford to Swansea leaves at 2:15.
The last train from Bedford to Swansea departs at 20:00.
Trains from Bedford to Swansea run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bedford to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bedford to Swansea.
To travel from Bedford to Swansea, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bedford to Swansea.
The train station in Bedford that goes to Swansea is Bedford station (BDM), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Swansea is by train, costing approximately £69.
Booking trains from Bedford to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bedford to Swansea offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes as the train travels through areas like the Cotswolds and the Brecon Beacons National Park.
A day trip from Bedford to Swansea is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 17m. However, trains run 6 times per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Bedford to Swansea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Swansea
Bedford
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your trip from Bedford to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your journey to Swansea from Bedford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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