How to travel from London to Swansea

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Compare train and bus for London to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $95.

Distance: 164 miles (264 km)

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$95

Average price

$23

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Cheapest

4h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 52m

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5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Great Western Railway

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from London to Swansea

How to get from London to Swansea by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Swansea is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM7h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:20 AMSwansea, University Bay Campus
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM7h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:20 AMSwansea, University Bay Campus
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayW35417
    11:48 AM2h41
    London Paddington (PAD)
    2:29 PMSwansea station (SWA)
    $911One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayW34624
    12:48 PM2h42
    London Paddington (PAD)
    3:30 PMSwansea station (SWA)
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14945
    8:48 PM2h53
    London Paddington (PAD)
    11:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW35426
    9:48 PM2h56
    London Paddington (PAD)
    12:44 AMSwansea station (SWA)
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM7h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:30 AMSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX507
    8:30 AM4h25
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:55 PMSwansea, University Bay Campus
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:30 AM7h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:25 PMSwansea, University Bay Campus
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from London to Swansea

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from London to Swansea, 60,23% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from London to Swansea and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from London to Swansea

Travel to Swansea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Swansea.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Swansea including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Swansea is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Swansea:

A bus is $73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Swansea costing on average $95.

The fastest way to travel from London to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 11m.

The distance from London to Swansea is approximately 164 miles (264 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Swansea is:
  • Around 31 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Swansea as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Swansea:
  • Trains mostly depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and arrive in Swansea station (SWA).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Swansea, University Bay Campus.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Swansea, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Swansea by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Swansea by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Swansea with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
  • 18 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Swansea often also extend their vacation to go to Cardiff, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, London Paddington (PAD). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swansea and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Swansea to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Swansea, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its main attractions like the Swansea Bay, National Waterfront Museum, and nearby Gower Peninsula.
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