Petts Wood to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Petts Wood to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£65

Average price

£65

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

280 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Petts Wood to Swansea will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Petts Wood for Swansea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.

Great Western Rail
08:245h08
Petts Wood
13:32Swansea
£651One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
06:564h25
Petts Wood
11:21Swansea
£651One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:484h41
Petts Wood
12:29Swansea
£651One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:384h51
Petts Wood
12:29Swansea
£661One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:124h48
Petts Wood
13:00Swansea
£661One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Petts Wood to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Petts Wood to Swansea trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western11:54 Petts Wood
4h38
16:32 Swansea0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
great_western06:54 Petts Wood
5h04
11:58 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western07:38 Petts Wood
4h51
12:29 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western07:48 Petts Wood
4h41
12:29 Swansea0 changesdirect
great_western08:12 Petts Wood
4h48
13:00 Swansea0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Petts Wood to Swansea by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Petts Wood to Swansea

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Trains from Petts Wood to Swansea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 4h 6m.

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
Distance
280 km
Average train duration
3h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 6m
First train
03:38
Last train
20:23
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southeastern from Petts Wood to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Southeastern trains will get you between Petts Wood and Swansea from £35. 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
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
£35
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£181
Southeastern frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Petts Wood to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Petts Wood 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
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.
Booking trains from Petts Wood to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Petts Wood to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The cheapest way to get from Petts Wood to Swansea is by train, costing approximately £35.
The train station in Petts Wood that goes to Swansea is Petts Wood station (PET), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The train distance from Petts Wood to Swansea is 280 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Petts Wood to Swansea.
The train journey from Petts Wood to Swansea covers a distance of 280 km and takes approximately 4h 6m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Petts Wood to Swansea.
The first train from Petts Wood to Swansea leaves at 3:38.
To travel from Petts Wood to Swansea, you can take a train.
The last train from Petts Wood to Swansea departs at 20:23.
Trains from Petts Wood to Swansea run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Petts Wood to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Petts Wood to Swansea.
A day trip from Petts Wood to Swansea is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 6m, exceeding the 120-minute limit for a feasible day trip. Additionally, there are only 3 trains available per day for this route. The distance between these locations is 280 km.
The train journey from Petts Wood to Swansea offers a variety of scenic views, including the rolling countryside of southern England and glimpses of the Severn Estuary. As you approach Swansea, you can enjoy coastal landscapes and the picturesque Welsh countryside.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Petts Wood and Swansea

Petts Wood
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Petts Wood is Petts Wood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Petts Wood for your trip from Petts Wood to Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall/ overbridge
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 3 + 4 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms on platforms 1/2 and 3/4 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Petts Wood
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Near Boots

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