Train from London to Swansea: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Swansea on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
London Paddington
SwanseaCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
London Paddington
SwanseaFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
London Paddington
SwanseaNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
London Paddington
SwanseaNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
London Paddington
SwanseaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:21 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Swansea

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 344, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
265 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 207 - R 1 769Average duration5h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 906 - R 4 255Average duration2h 45m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 344 - R 688Average duration3h 40m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Swansea by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Swansea?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Swansea start from R 906. The average price for this train route is around R 1 666. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Swansea?

    The average train journey time from London to Swansea is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Swansea route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 13 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Swansea?

    The earliest train from London to Swansea departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 23:32.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/12
R 3 644
10/12
R 1 562
Today
R 1 568
12/12
R 1 585
13/12
R 1 583
14/12
R 1 585
15/12
R 1 583
16/12
R 1 583
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Swansea was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 562

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Swansea as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 562 to R 5 596 for a train ticket from London to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 583, which is on 2025-12-13.

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