4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Swansea
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Swansea will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston 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 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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 Preston to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. 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 €29, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€112 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Preston to Swansea trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Preston to Swansea. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Preston to Swansea.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Swansea.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Preston to Swansea.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast to help you choose the right option for your journey from Preston to Swansea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Swansea
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Trains from Preston to Swansea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Swansea from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Preston to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston to Swansea
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- 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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