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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swansea | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swansea | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swansea | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swansea | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swansea | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Swansea
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Gatwick and Swansea?
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £135
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Swansea by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Gatwick to Swansea?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Swansea start from £135. The average price for this train route is around £170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Swansea?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Swansea is 4h 2m, covering a distance of 166 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Swansea route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Swansea?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Swansea departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Swansea was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £129To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Swansea as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £129 to £266 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £129, which is on 2025-12-06.
