Leighton Buzzard to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 25 Dec

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£-0

Fastest journey

4 h 31 m

Average duration

4 h 41 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

228 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast trains

To travel from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea you need to make at least 3 changes.

West Midlands Trains
00:038h29
Leighton Buzzard
08:32Swansea
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3 changes
West Midlands Trains
06:265h04
Leighton Buzzard
11:30Swansea
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3 changes
West Midlands Trains
07:295h03
Leighton Buzzard
12:32Swansea
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3 changes
West Midlands Trains
08:324h58
Leighton Buzzard
13:30Swansea
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3 changes
West Midlands Trains
09:324h56
Leighton Buzzard
14:28Swansea
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3 changes

Live departures

Leighton Buzzard to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Leighton Buzzard to Swansea trains for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 14:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands Trains14:32 Leighton Buzzard
4h32
19:04 Swansea3 changes
West Midlands Trains15:32 Leighton Buzzard
4h42
20:14 Swansea3 changes
Thursday 25 December
West Midlands Trains00:03 Leighton Buzzard
8h29
08:32 Swansea3 changes
West Midlands Trains06:26 Leighton Buzzard
5h04
11:30 Swansea3 changes
West Midlands Trains07:29 Leighton Buzzard
5h03
12:32 Swansea3 changes
West Midlands Trains08:32 Leighton Buzzard
4h58
13:30 Swansea3 changes
West Midlands Trains09:32 Leighton Buzzard
4h56
14:28 Swansea3 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Leighton Buzzard to Swansea by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea

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Take a train from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea and enjoy the approximately 228 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 4h 31m.

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
228 km
Average train duration
3h 27m
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 31m
First train
03:38
Last train
14:22
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, West Midlands Trains from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Leighton Buzzard and Swansea. 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
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£72
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 31m
West Midlands Trains frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Leighton Buzzard to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Leighton Buzzard that goes to Swansea is Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea.
Yes, you can take the train from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea.
To travel from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea, you can take a train.
A day trip from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 31m one way. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 228 km.
The train journey from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring rolling countryside, charming towns, and views of the Brecon Beacons as you approach South Wales.
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 train distance from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea is 228 km.
The train journey from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea covers a distance of 228 km and takes approximately 4h 31m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea departs at 14:22.
Trains from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leighton Buzzard and Swansea

Leighton Buzzard
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Leighton Buzzard is Leighton Buzzard. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leighton Buzzard for your trip from Leighton Buzzard to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • 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 toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 08:00-18:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station Forecourt & Southcourt Avenue
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Leighton Buzzard
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front

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