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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Swansea
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Swansea will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Swindon for Swansea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swindon to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:21 Swindon | 2h41 | 08:02 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:40 Swindon | 1h49 | 09:29 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:42 Swindon | 1h50 | 11:32 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 Swindon | 1h50 | 12:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:40 Swindon | 1h50 | 14:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Swansea
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Trains from Swindon to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swindon to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Swansea from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Swansea
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- 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
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