Peterborough to Swansea train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 20 Jul

Cheapest price

£226

Average price

£226

Fastest journey

10 h 57 m

Average duration

10 h 57 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

274 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Peterborough to Swansea will cost around £226 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £226.

Fast trains

To travel from Peterborough to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Cross Country
    22:0010h57
    Peterborough
    8:57Swansea
    £2261One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Peterborough to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £77.

Distance: 274 km

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Coach

£80

Average Price

£55

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Cheapest

4h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 55m

Average total duration

6h 25m

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30m

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National Express

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Why should you book Peterborough to Swansea trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Peterborough to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Peterborough 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 Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to Swansea.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Peterborough to Swansea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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

Journey information

Overview: Train from Peterborough to Swansea

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Trains from Peterborough to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 4h 20m.

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 £54
Distance
274 km
Average train duration
4h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£77
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 20m
First train
3:38
Last train
21:04
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £54

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Peterborough to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Swansea from £54. 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£77
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 57m
Cheapest Price
£226
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Peterborough to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £77, while the average price tends to be around £80.
The train journey from Peterborough to Swansea covers a distance of 274 km and takes approximately 4h 20m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Peterborough to Swansea is 274 km.
The first train from Peterborough to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Peterborough to Swansea departs at 21:04.
Trains from Peterborough to Swansea run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Peterborough to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Peterborough to Swansea.
To get from Peterborough to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Peterborough to Swansea.
The train station in Peterborough that goes to Swansea is Peterborough station (PBO), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £54.
Booking trains from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Swansea offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring stretches of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and views of the River Severn as you cross into Wales, providing some scenic moments along the route.
A day trip from Peterborough to Swansea is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 20m. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 274 km.
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 Peterborough to Swansea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Swansea

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

Departure train stations in Peterborough
Arrival train stations in Swansea

Which Peterborough station do trains to Swansea leave from?

Trains from Peterborough to Swansea leave from Peterborough. The station is from Peterborough city centre at Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL.
PeterboroughPeterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QLShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Peterborough from Peterborough city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.

Peterborough train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Peterborough.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.

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