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The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Swansea
Showing times and prices for 02 Jun
Cheapest price
£230
Average price
£230
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 £230 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £230.
Fast trains
To travel from Peterborough to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:0010h57Peterborough8:57Swansea£2301One-way2 changes
- 22:0010h57Peterborough8:57Swansea£2301One-way2 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 £55. 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 £55, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 274 km
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4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
- 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 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
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Peterborough to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £55 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 £55
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
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 £55
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 £55. 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
£78
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
£230
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Peterborough to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £81.
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 £55.
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
Peterborough
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Peterborough is Peterborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Peterborough for your trip from Peterborough to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Peterborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your journey to Swansea from Peterborough.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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