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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
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 $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
It's difficult to get from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea without transferring at least once.
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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 €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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€87 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m 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, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 9:35 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
| 8:51 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h39 | 12:30 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h35 | 12:30 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h32 | 1:27 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h32 | 3:27 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Swansea by bus or train
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Swansea trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all train services from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Great Western Rail tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Western Rail's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Western Rail tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:25 |
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 $19 (€16). 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
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- 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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