Swansea to Birmingham train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€67

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€85

Fastest journey on Sep 20

3 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

4 h 12 m

Trains on Sep 20

6

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea to Birmingham will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Swansea to Birmingham without transferring at least once.

  • Transport for WalesG38968+West Midlands TrainsC17026
    9:12 AM4h25
    Swansea station (SWA)
    1:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    671One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transport for WalesG38976+West Midlands TrainsC17028
    10:58 AM4h39
    Swansea station (SWA)
    3:37 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    671One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transport for WalesG38964 · W45241
    8:13 AM5h19
    Swansea station (SWA)
    1:32 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC33109+CrossCountryG00898
    9:50 AM3h55
    Swansea station (SWA)
    1:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    1021One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC00123+CrossCountryG01071+Transport for WalesY61968
    8:49 AM4h00
    Swansea station (SWA)
    12:49 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    1021One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Swansea to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €75.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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Train
Most popular
Bus
Driving

€75

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 33m

Average total duration

5h 3m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 53m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

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.

The cheapest way to travel from Swansea to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Birmingham:

A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Birmingham costing on average €75.

The fastest way to travel from Swansea to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Swansea to Birmingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €75 compared to roughly €46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-29.30. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Swansea to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW35172+CrossCountryG66713
On time
6:51 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h54
10:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG00892+Transport for WalesY62491
Delayed
8:45 AM 7:50 AMSwansea station (SWA)
3h55
11:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38951 · Y61976+CrossCountryG66736
On time
8:20 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h59
12:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42290+CrossCountryG00942
On time
8:44 AM Swansea station (SWA)
4h01
12:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35181+CrossCountryG00899
On time
9:47 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h58
1:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38954 · Y62031+CrossCountryG00870
On time
10:20 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h59
2:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
Transport for WalesG39863 · G38568
On time
10:38 AM Swansea station (SWA)
5h54
4:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35184+CrossCountryG00949
On time
10:47 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h58
2:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42291+CrossCountryG00904
On time
11:47 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h58
3:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38956 · W44792+CrossCountryG00882
On time
12:20 PM Swansea station (SWA)
3h59
4:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00944+Transport for WalesY62422
Delayed
1:45 PM 1:17 PMSwansea station (SWA)
3h28
4:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG66814+Transport for WalesY62410
Delayed
5:45 PM 5:20 PMSwansea station (SWA)
3h25
8:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG39870 · G38503
On time
5:51 PM Swansea station (SWA)
5h39
11:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG66816+Transport for WalesG38307
Delayed
7:00 PM 6:20 PMSwansea station (SWA)
3h46
10:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG00932+Transport for WalesW44530
Delayed
7:49 PM 7:21 PMSwansea station (SWA)
3h24
10:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer

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CrossCountry as well as Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway offer trains services from Swansea to Birmingham.
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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 Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Birmingham.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Birmingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Birmingham

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Trains from Swansea to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Distance
105 miles (169 km)
Average train duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
€33
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
3:46 AM
Last train
11:32 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Birmingham trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Birmingham from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€54
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€33
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€33
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

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British pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.

FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Birmingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Swansea to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €33, while the average price is around €75.
The train from Swansea to Birmingham takes 2h 37m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Swansea to Birmingham is 105 miles (169 km).
The first train from Swansea to Birmingham leaves at 3:46 AM.
The last train from Swansea to Birmingham leaves at 11:32 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Swansea to Birmingham.
There is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Swansea to Birmingham.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Birmingham is Swansea station (SWA), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Birmingham is by bus, with a cost of around €10.
The train journey from Swansea to Birmingham offers pleasant views of rolling hills, countryside landscapes, and glimpses of the Brecon Beacons, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Swansea to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 37m. However, there are 6 trains per day available for this route, covering a distance of 105 miles (169 km).
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Birmingham.
Since neither Swansea nor Birmingham are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Birmingham include Leicester, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Derby.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Swansea to Birmingham among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Birmingham, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like shopping districts and public transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and fake charity collectors. It's advisable to use licensed taxis, keep valuables secure, and remain alert in crowded places to avoid these risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea to Birmingham

Most Swansea to Birmingham trains use the Swansea to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Perry Barr. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swansea
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Swansea station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Swansea to Birmingham leave from Swansea. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Swansea city centre at Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · €4 · every ~3 min

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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