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Compare bus and train for Swansea to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m 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 Stansted:
A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Stansted costing on average $62.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 8m.
The journey is about 4m faster (4h 11m by train vs 4h 15m by car) and roughly $19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 vs $82). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Stansted
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Trains from Swansea to Stansted run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $36 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swansea to Stansted trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swansea and Stansted from $36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Stansted
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Stansted
Most Swansea to Stansted trains use the Swansea to Stansted Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Stansted leave from?
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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