Swansea to Scunthorpe train with Great Western Railway (GWR)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Scunthorpe

Showing times and prices for 05 Jun

Cheapest price

£209

Average price

£209

Fastest journey

6 h 39 m

Average duration

6 h 39 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

311 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Scunthorpe will cost around £209 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £209.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Scunthorpe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 311 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.

  • CrossCountry
    9:276h39
    Swansea
    16:06Scunthorpe
    £2091One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Scunthorpe

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £209.

Distance: 311 km

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Coach

£211

Average Price

£47

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 27m

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30m

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9h 28m

Average total duration

8h 58m

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Live departures

Swansea to Scunthorpe train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Scunthorpe trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:29 Swansea
5h37
11:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:57 Swansea
6h09
12:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:54 Swansea
6h12
13:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:44 Swansea
6h21
14:05 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:22 Swansea
5h44
15:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:22 Swansea
5h44
16:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)11:22 Swansea
6h44
18:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)13:22 Swansea
5h44
19:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)14:22 Swansea
5h44
20:06 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)16:22 Swansea
5h47
22:09 Scunthorpe3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)17:22 Swansea
13h39
7:01 Scunthorpe3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Scunthorpe

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Trains from Swansea to Scunthorpe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £209 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 6h 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 £43
Distance
311 km
Average train duration
6h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£209
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
6h 14m
First train
7:04
Last train
16:52
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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 £43

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Scunthorpe trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Scunthorpe from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 37m
Cheapest Price
£243
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Scunthorpe train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £209, while the average price tends to be around £211.
The train journey from Swansea to Scunthorpe covers a distance of 311 km and takes approximately 6h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Scunthorpe is 311 km.
The first train from Swansea to Scunthorpe leaves at 7:04.
The last train from Swansea to Scunthorpe departs at 16:52.
Trains from Swansea to Scunthorpe run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Scunthorpe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Scunthorpe.
To get from Swansea to Scunthorpe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Scunthorpe.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Scunthorpe is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Scunthorpe station (SCU).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Scunthorpe is by coach, costing approximately £43.
Booking trains from Swansea to Scunthorpe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Scunthorpe.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Scunthorpe

Swansea
Scunthorpe
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 Scunthorpe.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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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