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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to St Albans
Showing times and prices for 03 Dec
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
249 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to St Albans will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for St Albans 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 249 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.
08:224h02
Swansea12:24St Albans
£621One-way
0 changes
08:224h02
Swansea12:24St Albans
£621One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to St Albans
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 3h 55m.
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
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 02:55 |
Last train 20:23 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to St Albans trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and St Albans from £41. 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
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£37
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£190
first_great_western frequency
19 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£175
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Swansea to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to St Albans 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 St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in St Albans is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as the St Albans Cathedral, Verulamium Park, and the Roman Theatre, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to St Albans is by train, costing approximately £41.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £43.
Booking trains from Swansea to St Albans 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 St Albans covers a distance of 249 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to St Albans is 249 km.
The last train from Swansea to St Albans departs at 20:23.
The train station in Swansea that goes to St Albans is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
There is no night train service from Swansea to St Albans.
The first train from Swansea to St Albans leaves at 2:55.
Trains from Swansea to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
The train journey from Swansea to St Albans offers picturesque views of the British countryside, including rolling hills and quaint villages, particularly as it travels through areas like the Cotswolds.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to St Albans.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to St Albans.
To get from Swansea to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Swansea to St Albans is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 55m. Trains run 5 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and St Albans
Swansea
St Albans
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 St Albans.
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 St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your journey to St Albans from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 on Platform One.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
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