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Travel Information
Compare coach for Swansea to Builth Wells
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Builth Wells among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.32. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 1h 32m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Builth Wells
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Trains from Swansea to Builth Wells run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 20:36 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Swansea to Builth Wells trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Builth Wells from £17. 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 to Builth Wells train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Builth Wells 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 Builth Wells, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Builth Wells
Most Swansea to Builth Wells trains use the Swansea to Builth Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Builth Wells train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Builth Wells leave from?
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.
Which Builth Wells station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Builth Road from Builth Wells city centre
Builth Road is 2 km from Builth Wells city centre. Public transport options include:
Builth Road train station facilities and services
Builth Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Builth Road: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Builth Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. The platform has step free access to the platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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