The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Swansea
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Swansea will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Swansea on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 375 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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.
12:00 PM5h32Norwich5:32 PMSwansea$751One-way0 transfers
2:32 PM5h37Norwich8:09 PMSwansea$1901One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM5h32Norwich5:32 PMSwansea$751One-way0 transfers
2:32 PM5h37Norwich8:09 PMSwansea$1901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Norwich to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 233 miles (375 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$200 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Swansea:
A bus is $142 (€117) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Swansea costing on average $200 (€164).
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 21m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (5h 5m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $200 (€164) compared to roughly $98 (€81) 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.
Live departures
Norwich to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Swansea trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34618+ P02354+ C36937 | Delayed 9:48 AM 8:00 AMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W35417+ C37226+ P01244 | Delayed 10:48 AM 9:00 AMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h29 | 2:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W34624+ P01252+ C37249 | Delayed 11:48 AM 10:00 AMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h30 | 3:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W35418+ P01261+ C37271 | Delayed 12:48 PM 11:00 AMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h29 | 4:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
W34630+ C37179+ P01270 | Delayed 1:48 PM 12:00 PMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h30 | 5:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C37204+ W34634+ P01279 | On time 1:00 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 5h34 | 6:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C37217+ W35419+ P01283 | On time 1:30 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 5h33 | 7:03 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C37230+ W34637+ P67116 | On time 2:00 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 5h30 | 7:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
C38471+ G14941+ P01291 | On time 2:30 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 5h42 | 8:12 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
G14942+ P67125+ C38523 | Delayed 4:48 PM 3:00 PMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h34 | 8:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
G14943+ C37265+ P01294 | Delayed 5:18 PM 3:30 PMNorwich station (NRW) | 5h46 | 9:16 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Swansea
Trains from Norwich to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (375 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 233 miles (375 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Norwich to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Swansea from $30 (€24). 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 Norwich to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Swansea
Most Norwich to Swansea trains use the Norwich to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Norwich station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, 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 Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swansea station do trains from Norwich arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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