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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 17 May

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

4 h 18 m

Average duration

4 h 19 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

291 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Swansea will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

To travel from London Stansted Airport to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western RailwayC00840+Greater AngliaP66365+Elizabeth lineC38324
    12:094h24
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    16:33Swansea station (SWA)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34659+Elizabeth lineC38253+Greater AngliaP66461
    16:094h20
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    20:29Swansea station (SWA)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC50045+Greater AngliaP66484+Elizabeth lineC38333
    17:094h18
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    21:27Swansea station (SWA)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC50042+Elizabeth lineC38470+Greater AngliaP66407
    13:584h36
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    18:34Swansea station (SWA)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC50039+Elizabeth lineC38417+Greater AngliaP66059
    18:094h18
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    22:27Swansea station (SWA)
    £681One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £41.

Distance: 291 km

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Coach

£63

Average Price

£36

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4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 58m

Average total duration

6h 28m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC01227+Greater AngliaP66223+Elizabeth lineC384779:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h20
13:29 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC01226+Elizabeth lineC38555+Greater AngliaP6626810:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h19
14:28 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50047+Greater AngliaP66315+Elizabeth lineC3824211:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h20
15:29 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC00840+Elizabeth lineC38324+Greater AngliaP6636512:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h24
16:33 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50040+Greater AngliaP66389+Elizabeth lineC3840813:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h22
17:31 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50042+Greater AngliaP66407+Elizabeth lineC3847013:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h36
18:34 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50042+Elizabeth lineC38489+Greater AngliaP6641314:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h25
18:34 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50043+Greater AngliaP66437+Elizabeth lineC3856615:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h21
19:30 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34659+Greater AngliaP66461+Elizabeth lineC3825316:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h20
20:29 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC50045+Greater AngliaP66484+Elizabeth lineC3833317:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h18
21:27 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66059+Elizabeth lineC38417+Great Western RailwayC5003918:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h18
22:27 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC01225+Elizabeth lineC38500+Greater AngliaP6610919:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h20
23:29 Swansea station (SWA)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Swansea

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:55, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 4h 16m.

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 £17
Distance
291 km
Average train duration
3h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 16m
First train
7:55
Last train
18:58
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
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 £17

Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Stansted Airport to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Swansea from £17. 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
4h 16m
Cheapest Price
£41
Great Western Railway frequency
7 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
Learn more about Great Western Railway

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Swansea covers a distance of 291 km and takes approximately 4h 16m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Swansea is 291 km.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Swansea leaves at 7:55.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Swansea departs at 18:58.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Swansea run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to Swansea.
To get from London Stansted Airport to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Swansea.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Swansea offers varied scenery, including charming countryside views, rolling hills, and glimpses of the picturesque landscapes of South Wales as you approach your destination.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Swansea is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 16m. The distance is 291 km, and there are 7 train trips per day.
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 Stansted Airport to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Swansea

London
Swansea
SwanseaShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
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
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
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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