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Compare coach and train for Swansea to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Stansted 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 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 290 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£65 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Stansted by coach or train
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Why should you book Swansea to Stansted trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all trains services from Swansea to Stansted.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Stansted.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Stansted.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Stansted.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Stansted
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Trains from Swansea to Stansted run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 4h 19m.
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
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 21:15 |
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: Great Western Rail from Swansea to Stansted trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and Stansted from £25. 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 19m
Cheapest Price
£37
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
FAQs: Swansea to Stansted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Stansted can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Swansea to Stansted covers a distance of 290 km and takes approximately 4h 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Stansted is 290 km.
The first train from Swansea to Stansted leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Swansea to Stansted departs at 21:15.
Trains from Swansea to Stansted run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Stansted.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Stansted.
To get from Swansea to Stansted, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Stansted.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Stansted is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Stansted Airport (SSD).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Stansted is by coach, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Swansea to Stansted 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 Stansted offers some scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Welsh countryside and parts of the Cotswolds. However, the scenery becomes less striking as the train approaches urban areas closer to Stansted.
A day trip from Swansea to Stansted is not feasible. The travel duration is 4h 19m and the distance is 290 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
Stansted is primarily a transport hub, so a visit typically requires a day or less, mainly for transit purposes. If exploring nearby attractions, consider extending your stay to a couple of days.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Stansted.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Stansted
Swansea
Stansted
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
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