Bristol Airport to Swansea train with Great Western Rail

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€54

Average price

€54

Fastest journey

2 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

89 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Swansea will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bristol Airport to Swansea without transferring at least 2 times.

BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailP08967 · P08245
12:49PM2h41
Bristol, Airport (XPB)
03:30PMSwansea station (SWA)
541One-way
2 transfers
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailP08942 · P08243
11:48AM2h39
Bristol, Airport (XPB)
02:27PMSwansea station (SWA)
541One-way
2 transfers
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailP08963 · P08239
09:48AM2h44
Bristol, Airport (XPB)
12:32PMSwansea station (SWA)
541One-way
2 transfers
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailP08984 · P08241
10:47AM2h43
Bristol, Airport (XPB)
01:30PMSwansea station (SWA)
541One-way
2 transfers
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailP08380+Transport for WalesG55318
08:08AM2h55
Bristol, Airport (XPB)
11:03AMSwansea station (SWA)
541One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol Airport to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €36.

Distance: 89 km

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Bus

€54

Average price

€14

Average price

Cheapest

2h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 23m

Average total duration

2h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Bristol Airport to Swansea train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 11:09 PM
Last updated at 11:09 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08380+transport_for_walesG55318
On time
8:08 AM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h55
11:03 AM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08962 · P08237
On time
8:48 AM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h42
11:30 AM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08963 · P08239
On time
9:48 AM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h44
12:32 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08984 · P08241
On time
10:47 AM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h43
1:30 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08942 · P08243
On time
11:48 AM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h39
2:27 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers
assertis_busBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+great_westernP08967 · P08245
On time
12:49 PM Bristol, Airport (XPB)
2h41
3:30 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Swansea

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Trains from Bristol Airport to Swansea run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
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 €7
Distance
89 km
Average train duration
2h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
€36
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 33m
First train
05:50
Last train
20:06
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 €7

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Bristol Airport to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Swansea from €7. 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
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
€27
Great Western Rail frequency
8 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

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
€55
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Bristol Airport to Swansea

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol Airport 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 Bristol Airport to Swansea.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea is €35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Bristol Airport (BRS) and Swansea is on average 2 h 6 min   for the 89 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Bristol Airport (BRS) and Swansea by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea leaves at 07: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea leaves at 20: 30.
There are 17 trains a day from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea, you can count on Great Western Rail or Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bristol Airport (BRS) and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 30.
A trip to Swansea from Bristol Airport (BRS) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Swansea including taking a coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol Airport to Swansea

Bristol
Swansea
SwanseaShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
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
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
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

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