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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Swansea
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Swansea will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
To travel from Portsmouth to Swansea you need to make at least one change.
C33098 · C5004214:144h20Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)18:34Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change- C33097+
V1959013:144h30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change - W35023+V1958915:144h41Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)19:55Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- W35001+V1958012:144h38Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)16:52Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- C33169 · C50040+
L7966112:374h54Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)17:31Swansea station (SWA)£1661One-way2 changes
- C33098 · C5004214:144h20Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)18:34Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- C33097+V1959013:144h30Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)17:44Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- W35001+V1958012:144h38Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)16:52Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- W35023+V1958915:144h41Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)19:55Swansea station (SWA)£1051One-way1 change
- L79701+C33173 · C5004314:374h53Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)19:30Swansea station (SWA)£1661One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 219 km
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4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Swansea trains for today, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:55 Portsmouth | 4h35 | 9:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:27 Portsmouth | 5h03 | 14:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
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- 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 Portsmouth to Swansea.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Swansea
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Trains from Portsmouth to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £88 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £88 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 21:04 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Portsmouth to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Portsmouth and Swansea from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Swansea
Most Portsmouth to Swansea trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton train station facilities and services
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: 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.
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