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London to Swansea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Swansea, starting from SAR 88.15 and averaging SAR 183.34. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 39m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Sep 4
From SAR 88.15
Fri, Sep 5
From SAR 107.29
Sat, Sep 6
From SAR 107.29
Sun, Sep 7
From SAR 105.77
Mon, Sep 8
From SAR 107.29
Tue, Sep 9
From SAR 88.15
Wed, Sep 10
From SAR 107.29

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
19:48 London Paddington	22:35 Swansea	2h 47m, Direct	Find Tickets
20:48 London Paddington	23:40 Swansea	2h 52m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:02 London Paddington	06:51+1 Swansea	9h 49m, Changes required	Find Tickets
23:32 London Paddington	07:29+1 Swansea	7h 57m, Changes required	Find Tickets
23:32 London Paddington	09:02+1 Paris	9h 30m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Swansea Train Route Details

First train

05:23

Last train

23:32

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

2h 39m

Distance

165 miles

Price

SAR 88.15*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Swansea

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London and Swansea, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Swansea. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Swansea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from London to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Swansea train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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