Newbury to Swansea train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newbury to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 18 May

Cheapest price

£113

Average price

£145

Fastest journey

2 h 44 m

Average duration

2 h 50 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newbury to Swansea will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.

Fast trains

To travel from Newbury to Swansea you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    13:163h47
    Newbury
    17:03Swansea
    £1131One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    18:173h41
    Newbury
    21:58Swansea
    £1131One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    15:163h48
    Newbury
    19:04Swansea
    £1301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    21:444h56
    Newbury
    2:40Swansea
    £1321One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:452h48
    Newbury
    9:33Swansea
    £1491One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Newbury to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £58.

Distance: 183 km

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Coach

£58

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 45m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

Newbury to Swansea train times

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

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)23:23 Newbury
9h39
9:02 Swansea1 change
Monday 18 May
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:45 Newbury
2h48
9:33 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:45 Newbury
2h44
10:29 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:41 Newbury
2h49
11:30 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:25 Newbury
3h08
12:33 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:21 Newbury
3h09
13:30 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)11:25 Newbury
3h03
14:28 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)12:25 Newbury
3h05
15:30 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:16 Newbury
3h47
17:03 Swansea2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:33 Newbury
2h55
16:28 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)14:25 Newbury
3h05
17:30 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:16 Newbury
3h48
19:04 Swansea2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)15:33 Newbury
3h01
18:34 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:34 Newbury
2h56
19:30 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)17:11 Newbury
3h05
20:16 Swansea1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Newbury to Swansea by coach or train

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Why should you book Newbury to Swansea trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Newbury to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Newbury to Swansea.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Newbury to Swansea.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Newbury to Swansea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Newbury to Swansea.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Newbury to Swansea

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Trains from Newbury to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:44. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 3h 8m.

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 £13
Distance
183 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£58
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 8m
First train
3:38
Last train
20:44
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
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 £13

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newbury to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newbury and Swansea from £13. 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 8m
Cheapest Price
£58
Great Western Railway frequency
5 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£113
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Newbury to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newbury 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 Newbury to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Newbury to Swansea covers a distance of 183 km and takes approximately 3h 8m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Newbury to Swansea is 183 km.
The first train from Newbury to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Newbury to Swansea departs at 20:44.
Trains from Newbury to Swansea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newbury to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newbury to Swansea.
To get from Newbury to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Newbury to Swansea.
The train station in Newbury that goes to Swansea is Newbury station (NBY), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The cheapest way to get from Newbury to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Newbury 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 Newbury to Swansea offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds and the rolling hills of Wales. Passengers can enjoy sights of charming villages, verdant countryside, and scenic rivers along the way.
A day trip from Newbury to Swansea is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 8m. Trains run 3 times 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 Newbury to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newbury and Swansea

Newbury
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Newbury is Newbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newbury for your trip from Newbury to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:20 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 17:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Mio Fiore
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newbury
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station by Platform 2
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newbury Racecourse
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops near the station entrance on Hanbridge Road

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