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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 18 Jan

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£79

Fastest journey

3 h 28 m

Average duration

3 h 53 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

242 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for London Heathrow Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.

Great Western Rail
08:233h28
Swansea
11:51London Heathrow Airport
£781One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:214h00
Swansea
12:21London Heathrow Airport
£781One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:484h03
Swansea
11:51London Heathrow Airport
£781One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:494h02
Swansea
12:51London Heathrow Airport
£801One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swansea to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 242 km

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Coach

£76

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

3h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 9m

Average total duration

4h 39m

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30m

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Live departures

Swansea to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 14:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western18:22 Swansea
3h29
21:51 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
Sunday 18 January
great_western07:48 Swansea
4h03
11:51 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
great_western08:21 Swansea
4h00
12:21 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
great_western08:23 Swansea
3h28
11:51 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
great_western08:49 Swansea
4h02
12:51 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 20m.

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 £12
Distance
242 km
Average train duration
3h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
3h 20m
First train
04:52
Last train
19:23
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 £12

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and London Heathrow Airport from £12. 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
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Rail frequency
21 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

FAQs: Swansea to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The train journey from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 242 km and takes approximately 3h 20m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport is 242 km.
The first train from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 4:52.
The last train from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport departs at 19:23.
Trains from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 21 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of South Wales and the rolling countryside of southern England. Passengers can enjoy views of lush valleys, charming villages, and the Severn Estuary along the way.
A day trip from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the duration of the journey is 3h 20m and the frequency of trains is 21 per day. The distance is 242 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to London Heathrow Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and London Heathrow Airport

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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
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
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
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

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