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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Swansea
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Swansea will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 3 trains that leave Derby for Swansea every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
10:413h46Derby14:27Swansea£511One-way0 changes- 11:383h51Derby15:29Swansea£1161One-way0 changes
- 19:433h58Derby23:41Swansea£1171One-way0 changes
- 10:413h46Derby14:27Swansea£511One-way0 changes
- 11:383h51Derby15:29Swansea£1161One-way0 changes
- 19:433h58Derby23:41Swansea£1171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. 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 £21, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 222 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£101 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Derby to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby 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 |
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| 19:31 Derby | 5h11 | 0:42 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 10:41 Derby | 3h46 | 14:27 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:38 Derby | 3h51 | 15:29 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Swansea
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Trains from Derby to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 3:56 |
Last train 21:32 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Derby to Swansea trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Swansea from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby and Swansea
Most Derby to Swansea trains use the Derby to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Derby 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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