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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 56 m
Trains on 20 Sept
20
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 20 trains from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW), including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
W3543911:432h10Swansea station (SWA)13:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes- W3522012:492h05Swansea station (SWA)14:54Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W3543810:472h06Swansea station (SWA)12:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W3544214:221h31Swansea station (SWA)15:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W3544515:492h04Swansea station (SWA)17:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W3544214:221h31Swansea station (SWA)15:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W352117:551h57Swansea station (SWA)9:52Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- C331099:502h03Swansea station (SWA)11:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- W3544515:492h04Swansea station (SWA)17:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
- C0012514:492h04Swansea station (SWA)16:53Bristol Parkway (BPW)£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 97 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW):
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Bristol Parkway (BPW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.50. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35203 | On time 17:47 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h06 | 19:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G38307+Y41691 · C42718 | On time 18:20 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h28 | 20:48 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| C42297 | On time 18:53 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h02 | 20:55 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42298 | On time 19:50 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h02 | 21:52 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| W35211 | 7:55 Swansea station (SWA) | 1h57 | 9:52 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38964+Y41662 · Y41746 | 8:13 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h37 | 10:50 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| C00123 | 8:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h04 | 10:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38968+Y41665 · Y41752 | 9:12 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h38 | 11:50 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| C33109 | 9:50 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h03 | 11:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35438 | 10:47 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h06 | 12:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38976+Y41671 · Y41761 | 10:58 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h52 | 13:50 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| W35439 | 11:43 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h10 | 13:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38980+Y41674 · C33251 | 12:13 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h37 | 14:50 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| W35220 | 12:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h05 | 14:54 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38984+Y41677 · Y41767 | 13:15 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h34 | 15:49 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| W35442 | 14:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 1h31 | 15:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00125 | 14:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h04 | 16:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38992+Y41683 · Y41773 | 15:14 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h35 | 17:49 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
| W35445 | 15:49 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h04 | 17:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35246 | 16:45 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h08 | 18:53 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39000+Y41689 · Y41782 | 17:04 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h45 | 19:49 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
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Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 3:47 |
Last train 20:23 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) 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 Bristol Parkway (BPW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea station (SWA) and Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Most Swansea station (SWA) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains use the Swansea to Bristol Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea station (SWA) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Bristol Parkway from Stoke Gifford city centre
Bristol Parkway train station facilities and services
Bristol Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bristol Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol Parkway. ATMs are available at Bristol Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Parkway: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Swansea station (SWA)
Most popular trains to and from Bristol Parkway (BPW) and Swansea station (SWA)
Most popular train connections to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
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