The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Whitland
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Whitland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Whitland will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Whitland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
6:021h08Swansea7:10Whitland£181One-way0 changes
6:571h04Swansea8:01Whitland£181One-way0 changes
0:504h18Swansea5:08Whitland£211One-way1 change
6:571h04Swansea8:01Whitland£181One-way0 changes
6:021h08Swansea7:10Whitland£181One-way0 changes
0:504h18Swansea5:08Whitland£211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Whitland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Whitland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Whitland train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Whitland trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:59 Swansea | 1h07 | 9:06 Whitland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 Swansea | 0h58 | 9:18 Whitland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 6 May | |||||
![]() | 0:50 Swansea | 4h18 | 5:08 Whitland | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:02 Swansea | 1h08 | 7:10 Whitland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:57 Swansea | 1h04 | 8:01 Whitland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Whitland by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Whitland.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Whitland.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Whitland
Trains from Swansea to Whitland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 59m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Whitland trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Whitland from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Whitland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Whitland 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 Whitland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Whitland
- 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
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Carmarthen) from the main road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven and Fishguard Harbour) from Station Road. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park adjacent to level crossing
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