4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Swansea
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£180
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Swansea will cost around £180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Edinburgh to Swansea you need to make at least one change.
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G388736:526h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:41Swansea station (SWA)£631One-way1 change- W00587+G3889014:527h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:59Swansea station (SWA)£631One-way1 change
- W34124+G3888512:526h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:41Swansea station (SWA)£701One-way1 change
- W34060+G3888010:526h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£751One-way1 change
- W33933+G388778:526h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:40Swansea station (SWA)£821One-way1 change
- W33933+G388778:526h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:40Swansea station (SWA)£821One-way1 change
- W34265+G388736:526h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:41Swansea station (SWA)£631One-way1 change
- W34124+G3888512:526h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:41Swansea station (SWA)£701One-way1 change
- W34060+G3888010:526h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£751One-way1 change
- W00587+G3889014:527h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:59Swansea station (SWA)£631One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 484 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£156 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 28m Average total duration 13h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38855+W33219 | On time 12:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h04 | 19:55 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38858+W33251 | On time 14:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h57 | 21:48 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38861+W33197 | On time 16:51 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h08 | 23:59 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| W34265+G38873 | 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h49 | 13:41 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
 W29868+ W34624 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h27 | 15:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Swansea.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Swansea.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Swansea
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Trains from Edinburgh to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 6h 48m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 48m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 17:07 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Swansea from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Swansea
Most Edinburgh to Swansea trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Swansea station do trains from Edinburgh 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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