Swansea to Bedford train with Great Western Railway

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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Bedford by train

Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Swansea to Bedford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Bedford.

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 Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Bedford.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Bedford

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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Swansea to Bedford, including direct trains, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 40m.

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
245 km
Average train duration
3h 46m
Lowest ticket price
£92
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 40m
First train
3:46
Last train
21:10
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Bedford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Bedford from £92. 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 40m
Cheapest Price
£92
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£205
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
£185
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Bedford train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Swansea to Bedford is 245 km.
The first train from Swansea to Bedford leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Swansea to Bedford departs at 21:10.
Trains from Swansea to Bedford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Bedford.
To travel from Swansea to Bedford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Bedford.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Bedford is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
Booking trains from Swansea to Bedford 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 Bedford offers a variety of landscapes, including views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and charming towns, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Bedford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Bedford

Most Swansea to Bedford trains use the Swansea to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swansea
Arrival train stations in Bedford

Which Swansea station do trains to Bedford leave from?

Trains from Swansea to Bedford leave from Swansea. The station is 1 km from Swansea city centre at Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min

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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