The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Liverpool
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
46S$
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
154S$
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
4 h 47 m
Trains on 29 Sept
10
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Liverpool will cost around 154S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 46S$.
To travel from Swansea to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
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C079718:54 AM5h00Swansea station (SWA)1:54 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)46 S$1One-way2 changes
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C178105:43 AM4h59Swansea station (SWA)10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)82 S$1One-way1 change
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C177808:54 AM4h48Swansea station (SWA)1:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)82 S$1One-way1 change
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C1777510:54 AM4h48Swansea station (SWA)3:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)94 S$1One-way1 change
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W354313:46 AM5h23Swansea station (SWA)9:09 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)207 S$1One-way2 changes
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W354328:23 AM4h46Swansea station (SWA)1:09 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)207 S$1One-way2 changes
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C0798110:22 AM4h47Swansea station (SWA)3:09 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)207 S$1One-way2 changes
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C1777510:54 AM4h48Swansea station (SWA)3:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)94 S$1One-way1 change
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C177808:54 AM4h48Swansea station (SWA)1:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)82 S$1One-way1 change
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G150405:29 AM4h48Swansea station (SWA)10:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)207 S$1One-way2 changes
Live departures
Swansea to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Liverpool trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:52 AM Swansea | 4h50 | 11:42 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:54 AM Swansea | 4h48 | 1:42 PM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Swansea | 4h48 | 2:42 PM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 AM Swansea | 4h48 | 3:42 PM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
G39019+ W35431+ C07933 | 3:46 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h23 | 9:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
C17903+ G15040+ G66716 | 5:29 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h48 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
G38945+ C17810 | 5:43 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h59 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G39024+ W35166+ C07949 | 5:57 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h12 | 11:09 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Liverpool
Trains from Swansea to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 91S$ but you can travel from only 35S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price 91S$ |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Swansea to Liverpool trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Swansea and Liverpool from 35S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Liverpool
Most Swansea to Liverpool trains use the Swansea to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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