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Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 292 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£114 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Swansea
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Trains from Lincoln to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 5h 51m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 19:32 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail from Lincoln to Swansea trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Lincoln and Swansea from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 52m
Cheapest Price
£180
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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 51m
Cheapest Price
£93
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: Lincoln to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.
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.
A day trip from Lincoln to Swansea is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 51m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 292 km distance.
The train journey from Lincoln to Swansea offers a mix of scenic and urban views, with highlights including the rolling hills of the Midlands and glimpses of the Brecon Beacons as you approach South Wales.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Lincoln to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train distance from Lincoln to Swansea is 292 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £93, while the average price tends to be around £114.
The train journey from Lincoln to Swansea covers a distance of 292 km and takes approximately 5h 51m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £29.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Swansea is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The first train from Lincoln to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Lincoln to Swansea departs at 19:32.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lincoln to Swansea.
Trains from Lincoln to Swansea run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Swansea.
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Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Swansea
Lincoln
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your journey to Swansea from Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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