The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford to Swansea
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford to Swansea will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
To travel from Telford to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:433h47Telford9:30Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
6:513h39Telford10:30Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
7:513h41Telford11:32Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
8:513h43Telford12:34Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
6:513h39Telford10:30Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
7:513h41Telford11:32Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
8:513h43Telford12:34Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
5:433h47Telford9:30Swansea£1761One-way2 changes
Live departures
Telford to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford to Swansea trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38907+ W70185+ G14934 | Delayed 6:13 6:37Telford Central (TFC) | 3h55 | 10:32 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
G38584 · G38866 · G38292 | On time 6:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 4h03 | 11:02 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
G38911 · G38292+ C16986 | Delayed 7:09 7:33Telford Central (TFC) | 3h29 | 11:02 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
G38352 · G38868 | On time 7:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 3h44 | 11:43 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
G38585 · G38870+ G14938 | On time 9:00 Telford Central (TFC) | 3h33 | 12:33 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
G38356 · G38873 | On time 9:58 Telford Central (TFC) | 3h43 | 13:41 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
G38921+ C16990+ W35417 | Delayed 10:15 10:33Telford Central (TFC) | 3h56 | 14:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 2 changes | |
G38361 · G38877 | On time 11:58 Telford Central (TFC) | 3h42 | 15:40 Swansea station (SWA) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
![]() | 5:43 Telford | 3h47 | 9:30 Swansea | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford to Swansea
Trains from Telford to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £176 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £176 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Telford to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Telford and Swansea from £176. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Telford to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Telford and Swansea
Most Telford to Swansea trains use the Telford Central to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Telford station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: 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.
Which Swansea station do trains from Telford arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
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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