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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Cheapest

$58

Average

$83

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

04:00AM3h50

Birmingham

07:50AMSwansea

$581One-way

0 transfers

11:42AM2h49

Birmingham

02:31PMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

10:30AM2h59

Birmingham

01:29PMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

07:30AM3h00

Birmingham

10:30AMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

09:42AM2h50

Birmingham

12:32PMSwansea

$901One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Birmingham to Swansea

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 9

Transport for Wales

08:12AM4h20

Birmingham

12:32PMSwansea

0 transfers

Cross Country

04:00AM3h50

Birmingham

07:50AMSwansea

0 transfers

Cross Country

10:30AM2h59

Birmingham

01:29PMSwansea

0 transfers

Great Western Railway

11:42AM2h49

Birmingham

02:31PMSwansea

0 transfers

Cross Country

07:30AM3h00

Birmingham

10:30AMSwansea

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Fastest Journey

2 h 49 m

Average

3 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

169 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Birmingham for Swansea every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

11:42AM2h49

Birmingham

02:31PMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

09:42AM2h50

Birmingham

12:32PMSwansea

$901One-way

0 transfers

10:30AM2h59

Birmingham

01:29PMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

07:30AM3h00

Birmingham

10:30AMSwansea

$891One-way

0 transfers

09:30AM3h02

Birmingham

12:32PMSwansea

$901One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Swansea

Distance	105 miles (169 km)
Average train duration	2 h 48 min
Average train ticket price	$86 (€73)
Direct train	No
Train providers	CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales

Trains from Birmingham to Swansea cover the 105 miles (169 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 48 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $44 (€37), but the average price of train tickets is $86 (€73).

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Swansea trains

You can travel by train between Birmingham and Swansea with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and Transport for Wales for as low as $37 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham to Swansea. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Birmingham to Swansea train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $56
CrossCountry frequency: 16 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Birmingham to Swansea train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $84

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Train information from Birmingham to Swansea with Transport for Wales:

Average Duration: 3 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $37

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Swansea

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Swansea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Swansea.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Swansea can start from as little as $44 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Swansea is $86 (€73); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Swansea train travel time is 2 h 48 min for the 105 mile (169 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Swansea leaves at 4: 37 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Swansea leaves at 8: 12 PM.

For the best Birmingham to Swansea train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Birmingham to Swansea to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 12 PM.

A trip to Swansea from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Swansea is January.

You have options as you can travel between Birmingham and Swansea 2 different ways: bus or train.