The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$234
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) 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 station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $234 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
It's difficult to get from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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$80 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h08 | 1:30 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
![]() | 3:46 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h27 | 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:46 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h09 | 8:55 AM Gatwick Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:59 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h44 | 8:43 AM Gatwick Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:29 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h44 | 9:13 AM Gatwick Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:29 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h55 | 9:24 AM Gatwick Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:21, the last at 10:23. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 08:21 |
Last train 10:23 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and London Gatwick Airport from $16 (€13). 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 station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) 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 station (SWA) to London Gatwick Airport
- 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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