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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Showing times and prices for 17 May
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
80
Distance
242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Fast trains
To travel from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea you need to make at least one change.
C37789 · C37270+
C5004711:453h44Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)15:29Swansea station (SWA)£781One-way2 changes- C38174 · C37270+C5004711:503h39Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)15:29Swansea station (SWA)£781One-way2 changes
- C38104 · C37248+C0122610:503h38Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)14:28Swansea station (SWA)£781One-way2 changes
- C38174 · C37270+C5004711:553h34Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)15:29Swansea station (SWA)£781One-way2 changes
- C37703 · C37248+C0122610:453h43Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)14:28Swansea station (SWA)£781One-way2 changes
- C01228+
W108259:023h19Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:21Swansea station (SWA)£961One-way1 change - W10813+C50048_W354398:023h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:22Swansea station (SWA)£961One-way1 change
- C01228+W108258:573h24Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:21Swansea station (SWA)£961One-way1 change
- W10945+C5003919:023h25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)22:27Swansea station (SWA)£961One-way1 change
- W10933+C5004518:023h25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)21:27Swansea station (SWA)£961One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 242 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£78 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C35316 · C37172+C50048_W35439 | 6:52 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 4h30 | 11:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37901+C50048_W35439 | 7:33 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h49 | 11:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37901 · C37194+C50048_W35439 | 7:39 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h43 | 11:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10813+C50048_W35439 | 7:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h25 | 11:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10813+C50048_W35439 | 8:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h20 | 11:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37949+C01228 | 8:34 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h47 | 12:21 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10825+C01228 | 8:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h24 | 12:21 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10825+C01228 | 9:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h19 | 12:21 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37591 · C37228+C01227 | 9:19 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h10 | 13:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10831+C38014 · C37228+C33026 | 9:27 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h53 | 14:20 Swansea station (SWA) | 5 changes | |
| C38014+C01227 | 9:34 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h55 | 13:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10837+C01227 | 9:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h32 | 13:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10837+C01227 | 10:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h27 | 13:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37703+C01226 | 10:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h43 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37703 · C37248+C01226 | 10:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h43 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38104 · C37248+C01226 | 10:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h38 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38104 · C37248+C01226 | 10:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h33 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10849+C01226 | 10:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h31 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10849+C01226 | 11:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h26 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10849+C01226 | 11:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h26 | 14:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37789 · C37270+C50047 | 11:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37789+C50047 | 11:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C38174 · C37270+C50047 | 11:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h39 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38174 · C37270+C50047 | 11:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h34 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10861+C50047 | 11:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h32 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10861+C50047 | 12:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h27 | 15:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37434+C00840 | 12:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h48 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37434 · C37178+C00840 | 12:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h48 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37876 · C37178+C00840 | 12:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h43 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37876 · C37178+C00840 | 12:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h38 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10873+C00840 | 12:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h36 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10873+C00840 | 13:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h31 | 16:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37528+C50040 | 13:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h46 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37528 · C37203+C50040 | 13:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h46 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37959 · C37203+C50040 | 13:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h41 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37959 · C37203+C50040 | 13:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h36 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10885+C50040 | 13:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h34 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10885+C50040 | 14:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h29 | 17:31 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37623 · C37229+C50042 | 14:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h49 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37623+C50042 | 14:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h49 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C38039 · C37229+C50042 | 14:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h44 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38039 · C37229+C50042 | 14:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h39 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10897+C50042 | 14:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h37 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10897+C50042 | 15:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h32 | 18:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37714+C50043 | 15:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h45 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37714 · C37251+C50043 | 15:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h45 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38112 · C37251+C50043 | 15:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38112 · C37251+C50043 | 15:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h35 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10909+C50043 | 15:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h33 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10909+C50043 | 16:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h28 | 19:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37798+W34659 | 16:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37798 · C37274+W34659 | 16:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38182 · C37274+W34659 | 16:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h39 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38182 · C37274+W34659 | 16:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h34 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10921+W34659 | 16:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h32 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10921+W34659 | 17:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h27 | 20:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37447+C50045 | 17:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h42 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37447 · C37180+C50045 | 17:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h42 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37887 · C37180+C50045 | 17:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h37 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37887 · C37180+C50045 | 17:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h32 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10933+C50045 | 17:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h30 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10933+C50045 | 18:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h25 | 21:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37540+C50039 | 18:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h42 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37540 · C37206+C50039 | 18:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h42 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37970 · C37206+C50039 | 18:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h37 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37970 · C37206+C50039 | 18:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h32 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10945+C50039 | 18:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h30 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10945+C50039 | 19:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h25 | 22:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37636 · C37233+C01225 | 19:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37636+C01225 | 19:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h44 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C38050 · C37233+C01225 | 19:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h39 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38050 · C37233+C01225 | 19:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h34 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10957+C01225 | 19:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h32 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10957+C01225 | 20:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h27 | 23:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C37725 · C37255+C01224 | 20:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h45 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C37725+C01224 | 20:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 3h45 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| C38123 · C37255+C01224 | 20:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| C38123 · C37255+C01224 | 20:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h35 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
| W10969+C01224 | 20:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h33 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| W10969+C01224 | 21:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h28 | 0:30 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea run on average 52 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 26m.
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 £11
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 52 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 19:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £11
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Swansea from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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 26m
Cheapest Price
£52
Great Western Railway frequency
58 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: London Heathrow Airport to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.
The cost of a train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The train journey from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea covers a distance of 242 km and takes approximately 3h 26m. Trains run 52 per day.
The train distance from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is 242 km.
The first train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea leaves at 6:06.
The last train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea departs at 19:55.
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea run approximately 52 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
To get from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
The cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is generally considered to be more functional than scenic. While certain stretches, particularly past Reading and through parts of Wales, offer pleasant views of the countryside and rolling hills, much of the route is focused on urban and suburban landscapes.
A day trip from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 26m. However, trains operate 22 times per day over a distance of 242 km.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Swansea
London
Swansea
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike 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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