Swansea to Bracknell train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Bracknell

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£67

Fastest journey

3 h 4 m

Average duration

3 h 19 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

222 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Bracknell will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Bracknell 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 222 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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
02:563h33
Swansea
06:29Bracknell
£631One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:253h04
Swansea
07:29Bracknell
£711One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Swansea to Bracknell

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Bracknell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 222 km

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Coach

£125

Average Price

£34

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Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

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8h 28m

Average total duration

7h 58m

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Live departures

Swansea to Bracknell train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Bracknell trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:51
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western02:56 Swansea
3h33
06:29 Bracknell0 changesdirect
great_western04:25 Swansea
3h04
07:29 Bracknell0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Bracknell

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Trains from Swansea to Bracknell run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Distance
222 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£62
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 0m
First train
04:59
Last train
22:22
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Bracknell trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Bracknell from £34. 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
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£62
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£146
first_great_western frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Bracknell train

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

FAQs
A visit to Bracknell typically takes 1-2 days to explore its main attractions, including Coral Reef Waterworld, The Look Out Discovery Centre, and the surrounding natural parks.
A day trip from Swansea to Bracknell is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m. Trains run 4 times per day. The distance is 222 km.
The train distance from Swansea to Bracknell is 222 km.
The train journey from Swansea to Bracknell covers a distance of 222 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Swansea to Bracknell leaves at 4:59.
The train journey from Swansea to Bracknell offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and charming small towns, making parts of it quite scenic.
The last train from Swansea to Bracknell departs at 22:22.
Trains from Swansea to Bracknell run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Bracknell.
Booking trains from Swansea to Bracknell in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Bracknell.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Bracknell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £125.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bracknell is by coach, costing approximately £34.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Bracknell is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Bracknell station (BCE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Bracknell.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Bracknell.
To travel from Swansea to Bracknell, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Bracknell

Swansea
Bracknell
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 Bracknell.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
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
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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