Swansea to Basildon train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Basildon

Showing times and prices for 03 Jun

Cheapest price

£57

Average price

£57

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

304 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Basildon will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Basildon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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 Railway
    7:444h25
    Swansea
    12:09Basildon
    £571One-way
    0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Basildon

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Trains from Swansea to Basildon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
304 km
Average train duration
3h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£57
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 25m
First train
3:46
Last train
21:08
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swansea to Basildon trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swansea and Basildon from £57. 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 25m
Cheapest Price
£57
Great Western Railway 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
Learn more about Great Western Railway

FAQs: Swansea to Basildon train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Basildon 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 Basildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Basildon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Swansea to Basildon covers a distance of 304 km and takes approximately 4h 25m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Basildon is 304 km.
The first train from Swansea to Basildon leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Swansea to Basildon departs at 21:08.
Trains from Swansea to Basildon run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Basildon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Basildon.
To travel from Swansea to Basildon, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Basildon.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Basildon is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Basildon station (BSO).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Basildon is by train, costing approximately £57.
Booking trains from Swansea to Basildon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swansea to Basildon offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling Welsh countryside and along parts of the Severn Estuary. However, much of the route also includes urban and industrial areas, especially as it approaches London and then heads east towards Basildon.
A day trip from Swansea to Basildon is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 25m. Trains run 3 times per day. The distance is 304 km.
Typically, a day or two is sufficient to explore Basildon's main attractions, including the Festival Leisure Park, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and nearby nature reserves.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Basildon.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Basildon

Swansea
Basildon
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Basildon.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
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
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
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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