- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Cambridge
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £66
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £104
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 4 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 4 h 47 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 286 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Cambridge will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Fast trains
To travel from Swansea to Cambridge you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon11:22 4h43 Swansea station (SWA) 16:05 Cambridge South £66 1 One-way 2 changes- W35178+
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C376019:22 4h40 Swansea station (SWA) 14:02 Cambridge South £70 1 One-way 2 changes - G15045+P76320+C37695
10:22 4h40 Swansea station (SWA) 15:02 Cambridge South £70 1 One-way 2 changes - W35432+
G76998+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:23 4h46 Swansea station (SWA) 13:09 Cambridge South £91 1 One-way 2 changes - G15044+W45474+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+
G391819:27 5h08 Swansea station (SWA) 14:35 Cambridge South £141 1 One-way 3 changes
- W35178+P77490+C37601
9:22 4h40 Swansea station (SWA) 14:02 Cambridge South £70 1 One-way 2 changes - G15045+P76320+C37695
10:22 4h40 Swansea station (SWA) 15:02 Cambridge South £70 1 One-way 2 changes - G15046+W45423+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon
11:22 4h43 Swansea station (SWA) 16:05 Cambridge South £66 1 One-way 2 changes - W35432+G76998+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
8:23 4h46 Swansea station (SWA) 13:09 Cambridge South £91 1 One-way 2 changes - G15043+W45467+G39173+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon
8:28 5h07 Swansea station (SWA) 13:35 Cambridge South £188 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Cambridge
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Trains from Swansea to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 3h 57m.
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 £16
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 20:53 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Frequently asked questions about your Swansea to Cambridge trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Swansea to Cambridge.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Swansea to Cambridge covers a distance of 286 km and takes approximately 3h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Cambridge is 286 km.
The first train from Swansea to Cambridge leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Swansea to Cambridge departs at 20:53.
Trains from Swansea to Cambridge run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Cambridge.
Why should you book Swansea to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Swansea to Cambridge.
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swansea to Cambridge trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swansea and Cambridge from £16. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
3h 57m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£50
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Swansea and Cambridge
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Swansea to Cambridge.
Yes, there is a night train from Swansea to Cambridge.
Complete guide to Cambridge
Things to do in Cambridge
Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
- Recommended
Kettle's Yard
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
- Recommended
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
- Must visit
The Backs
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
- Must visit
Market Square
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
- Recommended
Trinity Lane
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cambridge burnt cream
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
- Gluten-free
Cambridgeshire fidget pie
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pippin paste
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Midsummer House
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
The Eagle
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Cambridge station -> Cambridge City Centre
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless card and mobile payments are accepted on Stagecoach buses in Cambridge.
- Frequent Citi 1, 3 and 7 buses link Cambridge station with the city centre.
Plan your visit to Cambridge
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Cambridge.
The train journey from Swansea to Cambridge offers a mix of scenic views, including the picturesque Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and charming English landscapes as you travel across the Midlands and East Anglia.
FAQs: Swansea to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Swansea to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Cambridge.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Cambridge
Most Swansea to Cambridge trains use the Swansea to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Cambridge 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 Cambridge
Which Swansea station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Trains from Swansea to Cambridge 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 8450507080
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.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Trains from Swansea to Cambridge most often arrive at Cambridge. Some services arrive at Cambridge South, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Cambridge arrival station.
CambridgeCambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
BusU1, U2 · 11m · every ~11 min
Tour · 13m · £2
75 · 15m
A · 15m · £2 · every ~11 min
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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.
Cambridge SouthTrumpington, Cambridge CB2 9FQ, UK
Train stations for Swansea to Cambridge
Check train stations information for Swansea and Cambridge, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Cambridge is Swansea, and it arrives at Cambridge.
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