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Compare train and bus for London to Sway
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Sway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Sway:
A bus is $77 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Sway costing on average $87 (€71).
Other travel options to Sway take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (1h 43m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $87 (€71) compared to roughly $33 (€27) 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.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Sway
Trains from London to Sway run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€68) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€68) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Sway trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Sway from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from London to Sway
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Sway 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 Sway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Sway
Most London to Sway trains use the London Waterloo to Sway station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Sway train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Sway leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Sway station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Sway from Sway city centre
Sway train station facilities and services
Sway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). There is level access from the car park to Platform 2 (for trains towards Bournemouth/ Weymouth) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 300m via the street (please note the station access road on the Platform 2 side has no pavement), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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