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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Sway

Showing times and prices for 18 Aug

Cheapest price

£85

Average price

£88

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 50 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Sway will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.

Fast trains

Of the 7 trains that leave London for Sway every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • South Western Railway
    5:301h52
    London
    7:22Sway
    £851One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western Railway
    6:301h54
    London
    8:24Sway
    £851One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western Railway
    7:031h45
    London
    8:48Sway
    £851One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western Railway
    7:351h54
    London
    9:29Sway
    £871One-way
    1 change
  • South Western Railway
    8:351h46
    London
    10:21Sway
    £871One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Sway

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Sway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £61.

Distance: 131 km

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Coach

£64

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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30m

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Live departures

London to Sway train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Sway trains for today, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western Railway10:05 London
2h18
12:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway10:35 London
1h46
12:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway11:05 London
2h18
13:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway11:35 London
1h46
13:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway12:05 London
2h18
14:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway12:35 London
1h46
14:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway13:05 London
2h18
15:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway13:35 London
1h46
15:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway14:05 London
2h18
16:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway14:35 London
1h55
16:30 Sway1 change
South Western Railway15:05 London
1h46
16:51 Sway1 change
South Western Railway15:35 London
1h47
17:22 Sway1 change
South Western Railway16:05 London
1h45
17:50 Sway1 change
South Western Railway16:35 London
1h48
18:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway17:05 London
1h43
18:48 Sway1 change
South Western Railway18:05 London
1h43
19:48 Sway1 change
South Western Railway18:35 London
1h44
20:19 Sway1 change
South Western Railway19:05 London
1h45
20:50 Sway1 change
South Western Railway19:35 London
1h46
21:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway20:05 London
1h41
21:46 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway20:35 London
1h46
22:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway21:05 London
1h46
22:51 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway21:35 London
1h45
23:20 Sway1 change
South Western Railway22:05 London
1h42
23:47 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway23:36 London
6h22
5:58 Sway1 change
South Western Railway5:30 London
1h52
7:22 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway6:30 London
1h54
8:24 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway7:03 London
1h45
8:48 Sway0 changesdirect
South Western Railway7:35 London
1h54
9:29 Sway1 change
South Western Railway8:05 London
2h18
10:23 Sway1 change
South Western Railway8:35 London
1h46
10:21 Sway1 change
South Western Railway9:05 London
2h18
11:23 Sway1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Sway

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Trains from London to Sway run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 47m.

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 £5
Distance
131 km
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£61
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 47m
First train
5:25
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
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 £5

Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Sway trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Sway from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
£61
South Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Sway train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Sway 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 Sway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Sway can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from London to Sway covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 1h 47m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from London to Sway is 131 km.
The first train from London to Sway leaves at 5:25.
The last train from London to Sway departs at 23:50.
Trains from London to Sway run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Sway.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Sway. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from London to Sway, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Sway.
The train station in London that goes to Sway is London Waterloo (WAT), and it arrives at Sway station (SWY).
The cheapest way to get from London to Sway is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London to Sway 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 to Sway offers scenic views, particularly as it enters the New Forest area, where passengers can enjoy picturesque landscapes, lush woodlands, and open heathland.
A day trip from London to Sway is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 47m. However, trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 131 km.
Typically, visitors spend about 2 to 3 days in Sway to explore its charming village atmosphere and nearby attractions like the New Forest National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Sway.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Sway

Most London to Sway trains use the London Waterloo to Sway station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Sway train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Sway

Which London station do trains to Sway leave from?

Trains from London to Sway leave from London Waterloo. The station is 1 km from London city centre at London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.90 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Clapham JunctionClapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QPShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre

Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Balham · 7m · £2 · every ~38 min
London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Balham, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Arundel · 7m · £2 · every ~38 min
London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Poole, London Waterloo - Bournemouth, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids, London Waterloo - Salisbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Weymouth, London Waterloo - Farnham, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Alton, London Waterloo - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Waterloo - Gillingham, London Waterloo - Westbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Pen Mill, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Fareham, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Frome, London Waterloo - Fratton, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Havant, London Waterloo - Petersfield, London Waterloo - Andover, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Southampton Airport Parkway, London Waterloo - Templecombe · 8m · £2 · every ~47 min
Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction · 40m · £10 · every ~8 min
BusN87 · 15m · £22 · every ~5 min
N19 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
344 · 47m · £2 · every ~30 min
N31 · 55m · £4 · every ~2 min

Clapham Junction train station facilities and services

Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Heathrow Terminal 5Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station, Terminal 5, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 2GAParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · £31
Elizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · £31
BusUk061 · 1h 5m · £3 · every ~1 min
035, 025, 030, 032, A40 · 1h 10m · £4 · every ~12 min
025, 030, 032, 035, A40 · 1h 10m · £4 · every ~12 min
N9 · 1h 24m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 53m · £21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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