Swansea to Stansted train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£53

Fastest journey

4 h 33 m

Average duration

4 h 34 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

290 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Stansted will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Stansted every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    12:184h37
    Swansea
    16:55Stansted
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    11:224h33
    Swansea
    15:55Stansted
    £581One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    9:224h33
    Swansea
    13:55Stansted
    £621One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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 £40.

Distance: 290 km

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Coach

£71

Average Price

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 24m

Average total duration

6h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Great Western Railway

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National Express

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Live departures

Swansea to Stansted train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway9:22 Swansea
4h33
13:55 Stansted0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway11:22 Swansea
4h33
15:55 Stansted0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway12:18 Swansea
4h37
16:55 Stansted0 changesdirect

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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 £40 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 33m.

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
£40
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 33m
First train
3:38
Last train
21:15
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
49 days
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 Railway from Swansea to Stansted trainsGreat Western Railway 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 Railway

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 33m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Stansted can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The train journey from Swansea to Stansted covers a distance of 290 km and takes approximately 4h 33m. 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 33m 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

Most Swansea to Stansted trains use the Swansea to Stansted Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swansea
Arrival train stations in Stansted

Which Swansea station do trains to Stansted leave from?

Trains from Swansea to Stansted leave from Swansea. The station is 1 km from Swansea city centre at Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min

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.

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