Swansea to London Luton Airport train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to London Luton Airport

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$87

Average price

$125

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 42 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

247 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to London Luton 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 Luton Airport will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for London Luton Airport on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 56 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.

Great Western Rail
07:23PM4h44
Swansea
12:07AMLondon Luton Airport
$871One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:22AM4h25
Swansea
12:47PMLondon Luton Airport
$951One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
09:22AM4h56
Swansea
02:18PMLondon Luton Airport
$1931One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Swansea to London Luton Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. 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 €22, and a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 153 miles (247 km)

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Bus

€80

Average price

€32

Average price

Cheapest

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 51m

Average total duration

6h 21m

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30m

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Live departures

Swansea to London Luton Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Luton Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:47 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western8:22 AM Swansea
4h25
12:47 PM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect
great_western9:22 AM Swansea
4h56
2:18 PM London Luton Airport0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to London Luton Airport

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Trains from Swansea to London Luton Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 4h 20m.

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 $26 (€22)
Distance
153 miles (247 km)
Average train duration
3h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$69 (€57)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 20m
First train
05:23
Last train
19:23
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 $26 (€22)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to London Luton Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and London Luton Airport from $26 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€57)
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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

FAQs: Trains from Swansea to London Luton Airport

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

FAQs
A day trip from Swansea to London Luton Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 20m and the distance is 153 miles (247 km). There are 6 trains per day available for this route.
The distance by train from Swansea to London Luton Airport is 153 miles (247 km).
The first train from Swansea to London Luton Airport leaves at 5:23 AM.
The last train from Swansea to London Luton Airport leaves at 7:23 PM.
The train journey from Swansea to London Luton Airport offers some scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Welsh countryside and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, providing travelers with glimpses of charming villages and lush greenery.
Train ticket prices from Swansea to London Luton Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $69 (€57), while the average price is around $98 (€80).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to London Luton Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $26 (€22).
There is no high speed train available from Swansea to London Luton Airport.
The train from Swansea to London Luton Airport takes 4h 20m and runs 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to London Luton Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Swansea to London Luton Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to London Luton Airport.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea to London Luton Airport

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ParkingParking
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ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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