4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Swansea
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Swansea will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Swansea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 472 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £28, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 472 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£155 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 14h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Swansea trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:39 Glasgow | 7h26 | 16:05 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:34 Glasgow | 7h25 | 20:59 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
| 04:48 Glasgow | 7h52 | 12:40 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:29 Glasgow | 7h11 | 12:40 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Glasgow | 7h40 | 14:40 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:38 Glasgow | 7h02 | 14:40 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 472 km distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 472 km |
Average train duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Glasgow to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Glasgow and Swansea from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry
FAQs: Glasgow to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Swansea
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 23:15 Saturday 06:40 - 23:15 Sunday 08:25 - 23:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free - stairs to below ground platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop on London Road by Bridgeton Road
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:37 - 23:15 Saturday 06:37 - 23:15 Sunday 09:55 - 18:11
- Car Park: No
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Dalmarnock Road
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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