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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC)
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea station (SWA) for London Victoria (VIC) on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
8:28 AM3h50Swansea station (SWA)12:18 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$761One-way0 transfers- 11:22 AM3h22Swansea station (SWA)2:44 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$1031One-way0 transfers
- 11:22 AM3h22Swansea station (SWA)2:44 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$1031One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM3h50Swansea station (SWA)12:18 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m 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 station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC):
A bus is $74 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average $94 (€75).
Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (3h 12m by train vs 3h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $94 (€75) compared to roughly $87 (€70) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h22 | 1:44 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:18 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h26 | 3:44 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:38 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h10 | 11:48 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC)
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Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 19:38. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 8:28 AM |
Last train 7:38 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and London Victoria (VIC) from $11 (€9). 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 Victoria (VIC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Swansea station (SWA) to London Victoria (VIC)
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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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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