Norwich to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

Thu, 06 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£123

Average price

£205

Fastest journey

5 h 27 m

Average duration

5 h 39 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

375 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Swansea will cost around £205 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Norwich for Swansea 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 375 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 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.

Great Western Rail
11:005h30
Norwich
16:30Swansea
£1231One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:005h27
Norwich
13:27Swansea
£2191One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:306h00
Norwich
10:30Swansea
£2741One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Norwich to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 375 km

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Train
Coach

£133

Average Price

£40

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 23m

Average total duration

7h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Norwich to Swansea train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 12:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:30 Norwich
6h00
10:30 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western08:00 Norwich
5h27
13:27 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western11:00 Norwich
5h30
16:30 Swansea0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Swansea

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Trains from Norwich to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
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 £23
Distance
375 km
Average train duration
4h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£57
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 27m
First train
03:38
Last train
20:00
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 £23

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Swansea from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
5h 27m
Cheapest Price
£58
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 59m
Cheapest Price
£215
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Norwich to Swansea train

FAQs: Travel by train from Norwich to Swansea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Norwich to Swansea.
FAQs
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.
To get from Norwich to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Norwich to Swansea is 375 km.
Booking trains from Norwich 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 Norwich to Swansea covers a distance of 375 km and takes approximately 5h 27m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Norwich to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £133.
The last train from Norwich to Swansea departs at 20:00.
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Trains from Norwich to Swansea run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Swansea is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Swansea.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Norwich to Swansea.
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Swansea

Norwich
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On forecourt and within station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt

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