Greenwich to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenwich to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£67

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

4 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h 41 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

274 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Greenwich to Swansea will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Greenwich for Swansea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 47 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
04:474h47
Greenwich
09:34Swansea
£671One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:544h35
Greenwich
09:29Swansea
£881One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Greenwich to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Greenwich to Swansea trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 16:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western18:09 Greenwich
4h34
22:43 Swansea0 changesdirect
Wednesday 26 November
great_western04:47 Greenwich
4h47
09:34 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western04:54 Greenwich
4h35
09:29 Swansea0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Greenwich to Swansea

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Trains from Greenwich to Swansea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 3h 41m.

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
274 km
Average train duration
3h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 41m
First train
03:38
Last train
20:23
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 from Greenwich to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Greenwich and Swansea from £35. 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
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
£35
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
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

FAQs: Greenwich to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenwich 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
Booking trains from Greenwich to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Greenwich to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £48.
A day trip from Greenwich to Swansea is not feasible due to the journey taking 3h 41m. Trains run 3 times per day, covering a distance of 274 km.
The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Swansea is by train, costing approximately £35.
The train distance from Greenwich to Swansea is 274 km.
The train station in Greenwich that goes to Swansea is Greenwich station (GNW), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The train journey from Greenwich to Swansea covers a distance of 274 km and takes approximately 3h 41m. Trains run 3 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Greenwich to Swansea.
The first train from Greenwich to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
Yes, you can take the train from Greenwich to Swansea.
The last train from Greenwich to Swansea departs at 20:23.
To travel from Greenwich to Swansea, you can take a train.
Trains from Greenwich to Swansea run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Greenwich to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Greenwich to Swansea.
The train journey from Greenwich to Swansea offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside and along parts of the South Wales coast, providing passengers with a visually appealing experience.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Greenwich and Swansea

Greenwich
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Greenwich is Greenwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greenwich for your trip from Greenwich to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed. Please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B1. 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 details - Step free access to platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On Platform 2 - Turn right after exiting booking hall.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Greenwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Charlton: Bus stop N on Greenwich High Road Towards New Cross or London Bridge: Bus stop P on Greenwich High Road

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