Didcot to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£67

Average price

£67

Fastest journey

3 h 44 m

Average duration

3 h 44 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

186 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Didcot to Swansea will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Didcot 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 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.

Great Western Rail
04:473h44
Didcot
08:31Swansea
£671One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Didcot to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Didcot to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:47 Didcot
3h44
08:31 Swansea0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Didcot to Swansea

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Trains from Didcot to Swansea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 7m.

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
186 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£120
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
03:38
Last train
22:23
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: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot and Swansea from £120. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£40
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£120
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Didcot to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot 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.

FAQs
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.
Booking trains from Didcot to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Didcot and Swansea. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
The cost of a train ticket from Didcot to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £120, while the average price tends to be around £128.
The train distance from Didcot to Swansea is 186 km.
The cheapest way to get from Didcot to Swansea is by train, costing approximately £120.
The train station in Didcot that goes to Swansea is Didcot Parkway (DID), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The train journey from Didcot to Swansea covers a distance of 186 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Didcot to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Didcot to Swansea.
The last train from Didcot to Swansea departs at 22:23.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot to Swansea.
Trains from Didcot to Swansea run approximately 4 times per day.
To travel from Didcot to Swansea, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Didcot to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Didcot and Swansea

Didcot
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your trip from Didcot to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Didcot Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.

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