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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 8 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
8:224h08Swansea station (SWA)12:30London Gatwick Airport£571One-way0 changes
- 8:224h08Swansea station (SWA)12:30London Gatwick Airport£571One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 266 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport:
A coach is £58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £86.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 6m.
Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-32.20. The journey takes 4h 8m versus 3h 35m 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 London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 4h08 | 12:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 08:27. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 7:35 |
Last train 8:27 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and London Gatwick Airport from £14. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea station (SWA) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Swansea to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea station (SWA) and London Gatwick Airport 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.
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