4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Swansea
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Swansea will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 2 trains that leave Blackpool for Swansea on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 46 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.
9:54 AM5h46Blackpool3:40 PMSwansea$991One-way0 transfers- 8:54 AM5h46Blackpool2:40 PMSwansea$1371One-way0 transfers
- 9:54 AM5h46Blackpool3:40 PMSwansea$991One-way0 transfers
- 8:54 AM5h46Blackpool2:40 PMSwansea$1371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Blackpool to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$124 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Swansea:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Swansea costing on average $124 (€101).
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 14m.
Tickets start at around $124 (€101) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-47.70 (€-39.04). The journey takes 5h 27m versus 4h 41m 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
Blackpool to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Swansea trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:18 AM Blackpool | 6h30 | 2:48 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Blackpool to Swansea.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Swansea run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€81) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€81) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Swansea from $40 (€33). 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 Blackpool to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Swansea
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- 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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