The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Swansea
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Swansea will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Swansea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
5:153h00Shrewsbury8:15Swansea£501One-way0 changes
5:543h57Shrewsbury9:51Swansea£501One-way0 changes
6:353h03Shrewsbury9:38Swansea£501One-way0 changes
8:354h25Shrewsbury13:00Swansea£501One-way0 changes
8:502h50Shrewsbury11:40Swansea£501One-way0 changes
8:502h50Shrewsbury11:40Swansea£501One-way0 changes
8:092h51Shrewsbury11:00Swansea£681One-way1 change
10:472h51Shrewsbury13:38Swansea£501One-way0 changes
9:402h53Shrewsbury12:33Swansea£851One-way1 change
6:352h58Shrewsbury9:33Swansea£901One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Shrewsbury to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 146 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:15 Shrewsbury | 3h00 | 8:15 Swansea | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:15 Shrewsbury | 3h00 | 8:15 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:37 Shrewsbury | 3h25 | 9:02 Swansea | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:54 Shrewsbury | 3h57 | 9:51 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:35 Shrewsbury | 2h58 | 9:33 Swansea | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Shrewsbury to Swansea by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Swansea
Trains from Shrewsbury to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Swansea from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Shrewsbury to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Swansea
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
- 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
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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