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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
kr447
Average price
kr818
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
14
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 kr818 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr447.
It's difficult to get from Swansea to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
W35161+
C37618+
P029154:59 AM4h24Swansea station (SWA)9:23 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr4471One-way2 transfers- W35431+C37570+P662163:46 AM5h08Swansea station (SWA)8:54 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr4471One-way2 transfers
- G15046+P02929+C3816111:22 AM4h33Swansea station (SWA)3:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)kr5661One-way2 transfers
- W35178+C37601+P029279:22 AM4h33Swansea station (SWA)1:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)kr5661One-way2 transfers
- G15045+C37695+P6643210:22 AM4h33Swansea station (SWA)2:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)kr5661One-way2 transfers
- G15042+P66366+C378847:44 AM4h23Swansea station (SWA)12:07 PMStansted Airport (SSD)kr6801One-way2 transfers
- W35161+C37618+P029154:59 AM4h24Swansea station (SWA)9:23 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr4471One-way2 transfers
- G15040+C38074+P662615:29 AM4h25Swansea station (SWA)9:54 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr10571One-way2 transfers
- W35166+P66283+C381255:57 AM4h26Swansea station (SWA)10:23 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr10571One-way2 transfers
- W35167+P66308+C377706:26 AM4h29Swansea station (SWA)10:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)kr10571One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 kr154. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr154, and a train costs an average of kr293.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr536 Average price | kr286 Average price Cheapest | kr526 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is kr249 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to London Stansted Airport costing on average kr536.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 13m.
Tickets start at around kr536 compared to roughly kr526 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-9.47. The journey takes 4h 52m versus 4h 15m 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.
Live departures
Swansea to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35431+C37570+P66216 | 3:46 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 5h08 | 8:54 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35161+P02915+C37618 | 4:59 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h24 | 9:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15040+C38074+P66261 | 5:29 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h25 | 9:54 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35166+C38125+P66283 | 5:57 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h26 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35167+C37770+P66308 | 6:26 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h29 | 10:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35169+C38186+P02921 | 6:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h29 | 11:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15041+P66360+C37849 | 7:18 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h37 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15042+C37884+P66366 | 7:44 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h23 | 12:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35432+P66384+C37942 | 8:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h32 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G15043+P66396+ G39174+C37563 | 8:28 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h55 | 1:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35178+C37601+P02927 | 9:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h33 | 1:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15044+G39180+C37660+P66420 | 9:27 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h56 | 2:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15045+P66432+C37695 | 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h33 | 2:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15046+C38161+P02929 | 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h33 | 3:55 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 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr293 but you can travel from only kr154 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price kr293 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 5:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and London Stansted Airport from kr154. 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
Most Swansea to London Stansted Airport trains use the Swansea to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea 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
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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