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G38885+
C0317213:455h56Leeds station (LDS)19:41Swansea station (SWA)£561One-way1 change- G38885+G1592714:005h41Leeds station (LDS)19:41Swansea station (SWA)£561One-way1 change
- G38880+G1593012:005h44Leeds station (LDS)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£561One-way1 change
- G38880+C2458711:455h59Leeds station (LDS)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£561One-way1 change
- G38878 · G38305+C0315810:456h20Leeds station (LDS)17:05Swansea station (SWA)£641One-way2 changes
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W354179:155h14Leeds station (LDS)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£2541One-way1 change- W29862 · G01102+W354179:155h14Leeds station (LDS)14:29Swansea station (SWA)£2541One-way2 changes
- G01153+W3463714:155h15Leeds station (LDS)19:30Swansea station (SWA)£2421One-way1 change
- G01148+W3463012:155h15Leeds station (LDS)17:30Swansea station (SWA)£2421One-way1 change
- W29884+W3463413:155h19Leeds station (LDS)18:34Swansea station (SWA)£2421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 291 km
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£73 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leeds to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Swansea trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38870+G14938+G16141 | Delayed 7:30 7:06Leeds station (LDS) | 5h27 | 12:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| G01135+G14938 | On time 7:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h23 | 12:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38873+W85241 | Delayed 8:30 8:05Leeds station (LDS) | 5h36 | 13:41 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G01140+W34618 | On time 8:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h15 | 13:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38874+W34624+W85248 | Delayed 9:30 9:05Leeds station (LDS) | 6h25 | 15:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W29862+W35417 | On time 9:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h14 | 14:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38877+G15893 | Delayed 10:30 9:45Leeds station (LDS) | 5h55 | 15:40 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38877+C24399 | Delayed 10:30 10:00Leeds station (LDS) | 5h40 | 15:40 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38880+G15930 | Delayed 12:30 12:00Leeds station (LDS) | 5h44 | 17:44 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38882 · G39266+G15930 · C24708 | Delayed 13:30 12:00Leeds station (LDS) | 7h01 | 19:01 Swansea station (SWA) | 3 changes | |
W29884 · G01114+ G89755+W34634 | Delayed 13:08 12:09Leeds station (LDS) | 6h25 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 3 changes | |
| G01148 · G01113+W34630 | On time 12:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h15 | 17:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| G01148+W34630 | On time 12:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 5h15 | 17:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| G38882 · G39266+C24593 | Delayed 13:30 12:45Leeds station (LDS) | 6h16 | 19:01 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Swansea
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Trains from Leeds to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 2:26 |
Last train 20:23 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Leeds to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds and Swansea
Most Leeds to Swansea trains use the Leeds to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Swansea station do trains from Leeds 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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