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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Luton
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
244 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Luton will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Swansea to Luton without transferring at least 2 times.
P08483+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+
Y3674010:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)02:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$841One-way
2 transfers
P08485+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3675011:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)03:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$841One-way
2 transfers
P08481+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3673009:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)01:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$901One-way
2 transfers
P08479+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3672008:21AM4h19
Swansea station (SWA)12:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$901One-way
2 transfers
G56285+P08482+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3673509:27AM4h43
Swansea station (SWA)02:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$1811One-way
3 transfers
P08483+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3674010:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)02:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$841One-way
2 transfers
P08485+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3675011:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)03:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$841One-way
2 transfers
P08481+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3673009:22AM4h18
Swansea station (SWA)01:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$901One-way
2 transfers
P08479+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3672008:21AM4h19
Swansea station (SWA)12:40PMLuton station (LUT)
$901One-way
2 transfers
G56285+P08482+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+Y3673509:27AM4h43
Swansea station (SWA)02:10PMLuton station (LUT)
$1811One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Luton 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 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€71 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Luton trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:36 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM Swansea | 4h55 | 7:41 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:22 AM Swansea | 5h18 | 1:40 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:22 AM Swansea | 4h18 | 1:40 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:23 PM Swansea | 4h17 | 9:40 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 (€21)
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 21:32 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Swansea to Luton start from as low as $61 (€50) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $87 (€71) depending on the train type and class.
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 (€21)
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to Luton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and Luton from $26 (€21). 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 17m
Cheapest Price
$61 (€50)
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 Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Visitors typically find that spending one to two days in Luton is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House, and the charming local parks.
A day trip from Swansea to Luton is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 16m. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 151 miles (244 km).
Train ticket prices from Swansea to Luton can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $61 (€50), while the average price is around $87 (€71).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Luton is by bus, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, enjoy family-friendly activities at Woodside Animal Farm, and shop for fresh produce and crafts at Luton Indoor Market. For outdoor activities, Stockwood Park offers a space for picnics and sports. For entertainment, The Galaxy provides a cinema and bowling alley. Key sights include the Stockwood Discovery Centre with its local history exhibits and gardens, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Luton Hoo Estate with its gardens and golf course, Whipsnade Zoo, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre, which hosts performances and art exhibitions.
The Swansea to Luton train journey offers scenic views primarily as it passes through the picturesque countryside of South Wales and parts of the Chilterns, providing a pleasant visual experience along the way.
The train from Swansea to Luton takes 4h 16m and runs 6 per day.
There is no high speed train available from Swansea to Luton.
The distance by train from Swansea to Luton is 151 miles (244 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Luton.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Luton is Swansea station (SWA), which connects to London Luton Airport (LUA).
The first train from Swansea to Luton leaves at 1:25 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Swansea to Luton.
The last train from Swansea to Luton leaves at 9:32 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Luton.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Luton
Swansea
Luton
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Luton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
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
- 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
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Leagrave. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leagrave for your journey to Luton from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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