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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Swansea to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€66 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08479+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81802 | On time 8:21 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h50 | 1:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G56278+P08480+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81814 | On time 8:27 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h17 | 1:44 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| P08481+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81821 | On time 9:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h35 | 1:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G56285+P08482+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81839 | On time 9:27 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h17 | 2:44 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| P08483+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81845 | On time 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h35 | 2:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| P08485+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Y81868 | On time 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h38 | 4:00 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Swansea to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 07:21 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and London Stansted Airport from $25 (€21). 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 Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to London Stansted 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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