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18:194h40
Swansea
22:59Luton
£351One-way
0 changes
13:174h23
Swansea
17:40Luton
£451One-way
0 changes
10:224h18
Swansea
14:40Luton
£651One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swansea to Luton

The cheapest option from Swansea to Luton is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Luton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

Distance: 244 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£60 Average Price	£23 Average Price Cheapest option
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Swansea to Luton train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Luton trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	8:35 Swansea	4h37	13:12 Luton	0 changesdirect
	9:22 Swansea	4h59	14:21 Luton	0 changesdirect
	16:25 Swansea	4h14	20:39 Luton	0 changesdirect
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Why should you book Swansea to Luton trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Swansea to Luton.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Luton.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Luton.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Luton.

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Luton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Luton

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Swansea to Luton, including direct trains, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 4h 14m.

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 £15

Distance

244 km

Average train duration

3h 41m

Lowest ticket price

£35

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 14m

First train

1:25

Last train

21:32

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

77 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £15

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Luton trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Luton from £15. 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 Duration

4h 14m

Cheapest Price

£35

Great Western Railway frequency

7 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

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Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 41m

Cheapest Price

£191

Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency

16 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 42m

Cheapest Price

£172

Transport for Wales frequency

1 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Luton train

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

The train distance from Swansea to Luton is 244 km.

The first train from Swansea to Luton leaves at 1:25.

The last train from Swansea to Luton departs at 21:32.

Trains from Swansea to Luton run approximately 7 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Luton.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Luton.

To get from Swansea to Luton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Swansea to Luton.

The train station in Swansea that goes to Luton is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at London Luton Airport (LUA).

Booking trains from Swansea to Luton 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 Luton offers varied scenery, with stretches of the route passing through the picturesque landscapes of the Welsh countryside and the rolling hills of southern England, although much of the journey is also dominated by urban and suburban areas.

In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, visit Woodside Animal Farm for a family-friendly day out, and enjoy the variety of goods at Luton Indoor Market. Outdoor enthusiasts can relax at Stockwood Park, while entertainment seekers can head to The Galaxy for cinema and bowling. For cultural experiences, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre for local history, Wardown House Museum and Gallery for art and history, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre for performances and exhibitions. Historical and scenic sights include Luton Hoo Estate and Whipsnade Zoo.

Two to three days in Luton is sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House Museum, and the surrounding countryside.

Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Luton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Luton

Most Swansea to Luton trains use the Swansea to London Luton Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Luton. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Luton 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 Luton

Which Swansea station do trains to Luton leave from?

Trains from Swansea to Luton 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 Shopping

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.

More about Swansea

Which Luton station do trains from Swansea arrive at?

Trains from Swansea to Luton most often arrive at London Luton Airport. Some services arrive at Luton, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Luton arrival station.

LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Luton train station facilities and services

Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.