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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Redditch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Redditch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 157 km
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5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Redditch
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Trains from Swansea to Redditch run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 5h 2m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £25
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 19:27 |
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 £25
Train companies: first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Redditch trainsfirst_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Redditch from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
first_great_western frequency
17 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Transport for Wales frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Redditch train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Redditch 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 Redditch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For Redditch, a day or two would be sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Forge Mill Needle Museum, Arrow Valley Country Park, and the Kingfisher Shopping Centre.
The train journey from Swansea to Redditch offers a mix of urban and rural views. Travellers can enjoy picturesque Welsh landscapes, including rolling hills and lush countryside, especially as the train passes through areas like the Brecon Beacons. The route also includes urban stretches as it approaches the West Midlands, providing a varied visual experience.
Booking trains from Swansea to Redditch in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Redditch can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £58.
A day trip from Swansea to Redditch is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 2m. Trains run 3 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Redditch is by coach, costing approximately £25.
The train distance from Swansea to Redditch is 157 km.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Redditch is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Redditch station (RDC).
The train journey from Swansea to Redditch covers a distance of 157 km and takes approximately 5h 2m. Trains run 3 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Redditch.
The first train from Swansea to Redditch leaves at 4:59.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Redditch.
The last train from Swansea to Redditch departs at 19:27.
Trains from Swansea to Redditch run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Redditch.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Redditch.
To get from Swansea to Redditch, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Redditch
Swansea
Redditch
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 Redditch.
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 Redditch is Redditch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Redditch for your journey to Redditch from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:15 - 19:00 Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the car park, outside the Booking Hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Redditch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station car park.
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