The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Swansea
Cheapest price
$370
Average price
$457
Fastest journey
9 h 19 m
Average duration
9 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
626 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Swansea will cost around $457 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $370.
It's difficult to get from Aberdeen to Swansea without transferring at least 2 times.
9:35 PM12h03Aberdeen9:38 AMSwansea$3701One-way2 transfers
5:57 AM9h41Aberdeen3:38 PMSwansea$4301One-way2 transfers
12:07 PM9h51Aberdeen9:58 PMSwansea$4301One-way2 transfers
9:52 AM9h47Aberdeen7:39 PMSwansea$4801One-way2 transfers
10:44 AM9h59Aberdeen8:43 PMSwansea$5121One-way3 transfers
8:20 AM9h19Aberdeen5:39 PMSwansea$5201One-way2 transfers
5:57 AM9h41Aberdeen3:38 PMSwansea$4301One-way2 transfers
9:52 AM9h47Aberdeen7:39 PMSwansea$4801One-way2 transfers
12:07 PM9h51Aberdeen9:58 PMSwansea$4301One-way2 transfers
10:44 AM9h59Aberdeen8:43 PMSwansea$5121One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Aberdeen to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $365.
Distance: 388 miles (626 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$346 Average price | $114 Average price Cheapest | $431 Average price | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 56m Average total duration 18h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Swansea:
A bus is $232 (€188) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Swansea costing on average $346 (€280).
A bus is $317 (€257) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Swansea costing on average $431 (€349).
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 34m.
Bus takes on average 18h 26m.
Tickets start at around $346 (€280) compared to roughly $181 (€147) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-164.62 (€-133.21). The journey takes 10h 34m versus 9h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:57 AM Aberdeen | 9h41 | 3:38 PM Swansea | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Aberdeen | 9h19 | 5:39 PM Swansea | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Aberdeen | 9h47 | 7:39 PM Swansea | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:44 AM Aberdeen | 9h59 | 8:43 PM Swansea | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:07 PM Aberdeen | 9h51 | 9:58 PM Swansea | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Swansea
Trains from Aberdeen to Swansea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $123 (€100) but you can travel from only $66 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 388 miles (626 km) distance in 9h 43m.
Distance 388 miles (626 km) |
Average train duration 10h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 (€100) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 43m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 2:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Swansea trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Swansea from $66 (€53). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
ScotRail
FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Swansea
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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