The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Swansea
Cheapest price
$368
Average price
$368
Fastest journey
7 h 4 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Swansea will cost around $368 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $368.
Of the 1 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Swansea on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 375 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 4 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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 train and bus for Middlesbrough to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €118.
Distance: 233 miles (375 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€265 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:25 AM Middlesbrough | 7h07 | 4:32 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Middlesbrough to Swansea by train or bus
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Why should you book Middlesbrough to Swansea trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as first_transpennine_express and Northern Rail (3) offer trains services from Middlesbrough to Swansea. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Middlesbrough to Swansea.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_transpennine_express and Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Swansea.
- 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 CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Middlesbrough to Swansea.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_transpennine_express and Northern Rail (3) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Middlesbrough to Swansea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Middlesbrough to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Swansea
Trains from Middlesbrough to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $147 (€118) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 18:26. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (375 km) distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 233 miles (375 km) |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $147 (€118) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 18:26 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Middlesbrough to Swansea trainsCrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Swansea from $58 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Swansea
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- 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 the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
- 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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