The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Swinton
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£62
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Swinton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Swinton will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Swinton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
8:182h32London10:50Swinton£621One-way0 changes
8:182h32London10:50Swinton£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Swinton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Swinton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 234 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £52 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Swinton:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Swinton costing on average £35.
A coach is £84 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Swinton costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Swinton take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
Coach takes on average 3h 40m.
The journey is about 1h 45m faster (2h 4m by train vs 3h 49m by car) and roughly £16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£35 vs £52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London to Swinton by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London to Swinton trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Hull Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Hull Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to Swinton.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Raileurope or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to Swinton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Swinton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Swinton
Trains from London to Swinton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway from London to Swinton trainsHull Trains, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between London and Swinton from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Swinton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Swinton 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 Swinton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Swinton
Most London to Swinton trains use the London St Pancras International to Swinton (South Yorkshire) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Swinton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Swinton station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Swinton (South Yorkshire) from Swinton city centre
Swinton (South Yorkshire) train station facilities and services
Swinton (South Yorkshire) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via level access to LDS bound platform and ramped access to SHF bound platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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