Birmingham to Swansea train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross Country
C48502
05:003h50
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:50Swansea station (SWA)
£451One-way
1 change
Cross Country
C48503
05:373h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:59Swansea station (SWA)
£881One-way
1 change

Train timetableBirmingham to Swansea

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 September
Cross Country
C48502
05:003h50
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:50Swansea station (SWA)
1 change
Cross Country
C48503
05:373h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:59Swansea station (SWA)
1 change

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Train times from Birmingham to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 13 Sept

Fastest Journey

3 h 22 m

Average

3 h 36 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

169 km

To travel from Birmingham to Swansea you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
Cross Country
C48503
05:373h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:59Swansea station (SWA)
£881One-way
1 change
Cross Country
C48502
05:003h50
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
08:50Swansea station (SWA)
£451One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Swansea

distanceDistance105 miles
durationAverage train duration2 h 48 min
priceAverage train ticket price£65 (€73)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesCrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales

Trains from Birmingham to Swansea cover the 105 miles long trip taking on average 2 h 48 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as £33, but the average price of train tickets is £65.

Train providers: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and Transport for Wales trains Birmingham to Swansea

Travel from Birmingham to Swansea from £28 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and Transport for Wales! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Train information from Birmingham to Swansea with Transport for Wales:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 21 min
  • Cheapest Price: £28

FAQs: Birmingham to Swansea train

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Swansea.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Swansea can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Swansea is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Birmingham to Swansea train time is 2 h 48 min   covering the 105 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Birmingham to Swansea leaves at 04: 37. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Birmingham to Swansea leaves at 20: 12.
For the journey from Birmingham to Swansea you can take a train with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Birmingham to Swansea on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 12.
A trip to Swansea from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Swansea is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Swansea from Birmingham including taking a coach or train.

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