The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Swansea on Sun, Mar 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C29108+ L23059 | On time 5:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h22 | 9:04 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
C29108+ L23059 | On time 5:47 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h17 | 9:04 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L23935 · L24173+ L23060 | On time 5:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 9:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
L23935 · L24173+ L23060 | On time 5:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h35 | 9:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C29114+ L23060 | On time 6:12 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h18 | 9:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
C29114+ L23060 | On time 6:17 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h13 | 9:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L24049 · L23995+ L23061 | On time 6:20 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h45 | 10:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
L24049 · L23995+ L23061 | On time 6:25 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h40 | 10:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C29120+ L23061 | On time 6:42 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h23 | 10:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
C29120+ L23061 | On time 6:47 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h18 | 10:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L24063 · L24062+ L23062 | On time 6:50 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h41 | 10:31 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
L24063 · L24062+ L23062 | On time 6:55 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h36 | 10:31 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, March 1 | |||||
![]() | 8:24 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h05 | 1:29 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:21 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h07 | 2:28 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h33 | 2:28 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h34 | 3:29 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€52) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:06, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€52) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 08:06 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Swansea from $12 (€10). 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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
- 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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