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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$113
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$209
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 19
21
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Leeds will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Swansea to Leeds without transferring at least once.
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W35184Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $163.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Swansea to Leeds:
A bus is $120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Leeds costing on average $163.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 19m.
Tickets start at around $163 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-81.09. The journey takes 5h 18m versus 4h 48m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G01057+ W35158 | 3:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h09 | 10:03 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
Y62761+ W35158+ C24590 | 3:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h16 | 11:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01059+ W35164 | Delayed 6:42 AM 4:47 AMSwansea station (SWA) | 6h14 | 11:01 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38946+ C03169+ W35164 | 4:47 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h23 | 12:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G38948+ C01245+ W35168 | 5:47 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h26 | 1:13 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01061+ W35168 | Delayed 7:42 AM 5:47 AMSwansea station (SWA) | 6h16 | 12:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38971+ W35172+ C01248 | 6:51 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h19 | 2:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01065+ W35172 | 6:51 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h11 | 1:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01068+ C42289 | 7:44 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h19 | 2:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38951+ G16023 | 8:20 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h50 | 3:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01070+ C42290 | Delayed 10:42 AM 8:44 AMSwansea station (SWA) | 6h17 | 3:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38979+ C01250+ C42290 | 8:44 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h27 | 4:11 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01072+ W35181 | 9:47 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h16 | 4:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38954+ G15965 | 10:20 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h52 | 5:12 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01076+ W35184 | 10:47 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h14 | 5:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38956+ G15964 | 12:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h52 | 7:12 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38995+ C42293+ G15972 | 12:47 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 7h23 | 8:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01081+ C42293 | 12:47 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h14 | 7:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01084+ C42294 | Delayed 3:42 PM 1:47 PMSwansea station (SWA) | 6h16 | 8:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38958+ C24645 | 2:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h51 | 9:11 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00725+ W35195 | 2:46 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 6h16 | 9:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Swansea to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 2:26 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Swansea to Leeds trains use the Swansea to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Swansea.
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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