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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Stansted
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Stansted will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Stansted on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train 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 €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€74 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Stansted train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Stansted trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM Swansea | 5h22 | 8:00 AM Stansted | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:43 AM Swansea | 4h44 | 11:27 AM Stansted | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:22 AM Swansea | 4h35 | 12:57 PM Stansted | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:22 AM Swansea | 4h38 | 4:00 PM Stansted | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Great Western Rail operates all train services from Swansea to Stansted. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Stansted
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Trains from Swansea to Stansted run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) 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 4h 15m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swansea to Stansted trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swansea and Stansted from $34 (€28). 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 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
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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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