Swansea to West Drayton train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to West Drayton

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£71

Average price

£72

Fastest journey

3 h 7 m

Average duration

3 h 36 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

241 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to West Drayton will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for West Drayton 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 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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 Rail
09:553h34
Swansea
13:29West Drayton
£711One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:223h07
Swansea
12:29West Drayton
£721One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
10:234h06
Swansea
14:29West Drayton
£721One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to West Drayton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to West Drayton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 241 km

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Coach

£51

Average Price

£34

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Cheapest

3h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

3h 40m

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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to West Drayton by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to West Drayton

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Trains from Swansea to West Drayton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 4m.

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 £34
Distance
241 km
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
03:54
Last train
22:38
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 £34

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to West Drayton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and West Drayton from £34. 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
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£42
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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£148
first_great_western frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Swansea to West Drayton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to West Drayton 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 West Drayton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Swansea to West Drayton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Passengers can enjoy views of the Welsh countryside, including rolling hills and coastal scenes, especially around the Swansea area. As the train approaches London, the scenery becomes more suburban and urban.
A day trip from Swansea to West Drayton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 4m. There are 5 trains per day covering a distance of 241 km.
West Drayton is a small town, so one to two days is generally sufficient to explore its local attractions and surroundings.
Booking trains from Swansea to West Drayton 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 West Drayton is 241 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to West Drayton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to West Drayton is by coach, costing approximately £34.
The train journey from Swansea to West Drayton covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Swansea to West Drayton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Swansea that goes to West Drayton is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at West Drayton station (WDT).
The first train from Swansea to West Drayton leaves at 3:54.
The last train from Swansea to West Drayton departs at 22:38.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to West Drayton.
Trains from Swansea to West Drayton run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to West Drayton.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to West Drayton.
There is no night train service from Swansea to West Drayton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and West Drayton

Swansea
West Drayton
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 West Drayton.
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
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
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
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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