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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Forest Gate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Forest Gate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 274 km
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3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Forest Gate by train or coach
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Why should you book Swansea to Forest Gate trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swansea to Forest Gate.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Forest Gate.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Forest Gate.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Forest Gate.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Forest Gate.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Forest Gate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Forest Gate run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 4h 15m.
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 £14
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 22:06 |
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 £14
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Forest Gate trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Forest Gate from £14. 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
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£55
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
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£168
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Forest Gate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Forest Gate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £55, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Swansea to Forest Gate covers a distance of 274 km and takes approximately 4h 15m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Forest Gate is 274 km.
The first train from Swansea to Forest Gate leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Swansea to Forest Gate departs at 22:06.
Trains from Swansea to Forest Gate run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Forest Gate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Forest Gate.
To get from Swansea to Forest Gate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Forest Gate.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Forest Gate is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Forest Gate station (FOG).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Forest Gate is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Swansea to Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Welsh countryside and along the Severn Estuary. However, once nearing London, the scenery becomes more urban and industrial.
A day trip from Swansea to Forest Gate is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 15m. However, there are 7 train services per day covering a distance of 274 km.
For a fulfilling visit to Forest Gate, plan for at least 1 to 2 days to explore its unique local attractions and vibrant community.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Forest Gate.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Forest Gate
Swansea
Forest Gate
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 Forest Gate.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
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
- 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
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Forest Gate is Forest Gate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Forest Gate for your journey to Forest Gate from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:40 - 18:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 4. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There is an accessible toilet at this station, located in the booking hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Forest Gate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Romford Road Bus Stop E for Westbound services Romford Road Bus Stop F for Eastbound services Click here for map
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