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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Southampton
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Southampton will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Southampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.
9:223h21Swansea12:43Southampton£621One-way0 changes- 13:223h40Swansea17:02Southampton£751One-way0 changes
- 9:223h21Swansea12:43Southampton£621One-way0 changes
- 13:223h40Swansea17:02Southampton£751One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 194 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Southampton trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C00123 · W34979 | On time 9:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 3h41 | 13:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
C00123+ G01007 | On time 9:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 3h21 | 12:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C50037+G01011 | On time 10:22 Swansea station (SWA) | 3h20 | 13:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Southampton
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Trains from Swansea to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Southampton trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Southampton from £16. 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 to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Southampton
Most Swansea to Southampton trains use the Swansea to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Southampton leave from?
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.
Which Southampton station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Swaythling from Southampton city centre
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling train station facilities and services
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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