The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Swansea
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Swansea will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bedford for Swansea on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Bedford to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:09 AM Bedford | 4h20 | 9:29 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Bedford | 4h17 | 1:27 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Swansea
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 20:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bedford to Swansea start from as low as $94 (€77) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $135 (€110) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Thameslink from Bedford to Swansea trainsThameslink trains will get you between Bedford and Swansea from $94 (€77). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bedford to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford 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 Bedford to Swansea
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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