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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Telford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
155 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Telford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Telford will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Telford 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 155 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
04:434h08
Swansea08:51Telford
£521One-way
0 changes
04:434h08
Swansea08:51Telford
£521One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Telford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Telford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 155 km
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4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Telford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Telford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
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 £32
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 03:56 |
Last train 21:32 |
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 £32
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Telford trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Telford from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£32
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
£95
first_great_western frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Telford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Swansea to Telford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Telford.
To get from Swansea to Telford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Swansea to Telford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Swansea to Telford is 155 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Telford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Swansea to Telford covers a distance of 155 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Telford is by coach, costing approximately £32.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Telford is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Telford Central (TFC).
The first train from Swansea to Telford leaves at 3:56.
The last train from Swansea to Telford departs at 21:32.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Telford.
Trains from Swansea to Telford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Telford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Telford.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Telford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Telford
Swansea
Telford
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 Telford.
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 Telford is Telford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Telford Central for your journey to Telford from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Telford Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: At the public service bus stop outside the front of the station.
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