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National Waterfront Museum
Major waterfront museum covering Wales's industrial and maritime story with interactive galleries in a landmark copper-smelting area.
Cheapest price on Sep 03
€78
Average ticket price on Sep 03
€144
Fastest journey on Sep 03
7 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
7 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 03
6
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Swansea will cost around €144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Swansea without transferring at least once.
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G38878 · G38305
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G38880
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W34039 · W33933+
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W33973 · W34060+
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W34039 · W33933+
G38877
W33973 · W34060+
G38880
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G38878 · G38305
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G38877Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a train costs an average of €182.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€182 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Swansea:
A bus is €32 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Swansea costing on average €103.
A bus is €111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Swansea costing on average €182.
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 48m.
Bus takes on average 12h 17m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (6h 48m by train vs 7h 23m by car). Tickets start at around €182 compared to roughly €147 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33903+ G38877 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h40 | 3:40 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
W33903+ W34624+ G38874 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h30 | 3:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W34039 · W33933+ G38877 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h02 | 3:40 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C01362+ G38880 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 8h04 | 5:44 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
C01362+ G38878 · G38305 | 9:40 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h25 | 5:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W33973 · W34060+ G38880 | 10:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h06 | 5:44 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €69 but you can travel from only €31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 293 miles (472 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average train duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 5:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Swansea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Swansea trip today.
Major waterfront museum covering Wales's industrial and maritime story with interactive galleries in a landmark copper-smelting area.
Excellent local museum on Swansea's history, Egyptology, natural history, and ceramics, housed in an elegant city-centre building.
Contemporary art centre presenting changing exhibitions by Welsh and international artists in a bright, modern waterfront space.
Wide sandy bay backed by a long promenade, ideal for walking, cycling, sunsets, and classic views across Swansea Bay.
Historic fishing village turned lively seaside district, loved for the pier, independent shops, sea views, and access to coastal walks.
Dramatic clifftop path section on Gower with famous views over Three Cliffs Bay, perfect for hikers and photographers.
A rich Welsh fruit loaf packed with dried fruit and tea-soaked flavor, traditionally sliced and served with butter at tea time.
A traditional Welsh seaweed puree, often served with oats and laverbread cakes. It is a signature food of the Swansea Bay coastline.
Welsh cheddar melted with ale and mustard on toast. This comforting pub classic is strongly associated with Welsh home cooking.
Popular casual spot for quality Welsh ice cream and desserts on Mumbles seafront, loved for local flavor and sea views nearby.
Well-regarded waterfront restaurant known for modern British cooking, seafood, and polished service in a smart contemporary setting.
Historic market venue famous for traditional Welsh breakfast, laverbread, and cockles in a lively local atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, cafes, and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually only get small change or none.
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Swansea Railway Station -> Swansea Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Swansea trains use the Glasgow Central to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central 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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk 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.
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 options are available at Swansea.
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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