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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for London Gatwick Airport on Mon, Mar 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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 bus and train for Swansea to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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$93 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:43 AM Swansea | 4h12 | 11:55 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:21 AM Swansea | 4h23 | 12:44 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:22 AM Swansea | 4h08 | 1:30 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:16 AM Swansea | 4h18 | 2:34 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 18:23. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 06:54 |
Last train 18:23 |
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Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and London Gatwick Airport from $18 (€15). 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 Swansea to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to London Gatwick Airport
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- 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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