4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Swansea
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Swansea will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
To travel from Bournemouth to Swansea you need to make at least one change.
G15005 · W34618+
L787648:185h12Bournemouth station (BMH)13:30Swansea station (SWA)£851One-way2 changes- G15009 · W34624+L8020110:225h08Bournemouth station (BMH)15:30Swansea station (SWA)£851One-way2 changes
- G15007 · W35417+L801959:225h07Bournemouth station (BMH)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£851One-way2 changes
- W34624+
G0086610:454h45Bournemouth station (BMH)15:30Swansea station (SWA)£1611One-way1 change - W35417+G008619:454h44Bournemouth station (BMH)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£1611One-way1 change
- W35417+G008619:454h44Bournemouth station (BMH)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£1611One-way1 change
- W34624+G0086610:454h45Bournemouth station (BMH)15:30Swansea station (SWA)£1611One-way1 change
- W34618+G008588:404h50Bournemouth station (BMH)13:30Swansea station (SWA)£2121One-way1 change
- G15007 · W35417+L801959:225h07Bournemouth station (BMH)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£851One-way2 changes
- G15009 · W34624+L8020110:225h08Bournemouth station (BMH)15:30Swansea station (SWA)£851One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£88 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Swansea trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:06 Bournemouth | 5h36 | 0:42 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| G15005 · W34618+L78764 | 8:18 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h12 | 13:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| G00858+W34618 | 8:40 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h50 | 13:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G15007 · W35417+L80195 | 9:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h07 | 14:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| G00861+W35417 | 9:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h44 | 14:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G15009 · W34624+L80201 | 10:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 5h08 | 15:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| G00866+W34624 | 10:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 4h45 | 15:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Swansea
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Trains from Bournemouth to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 20:59 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Swansea from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Swansea
Most Bournemouth to Swansea trains use the Bournemouth to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Swansea station do trains from Bournemouth 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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