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Compare train and bus for Guildford to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 237 km
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€67 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:51 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:20 PM Guildford | 3h08 | 3:28 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Swansea
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Trains from Guildford to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 3h 3m.
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 €24
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 22:28 |
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 €24
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Guildford to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Guildford and Swansea from €24. 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
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
€51
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
€178
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Guildford to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Guildford to Swansea can start from as little as €77 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Guildford to Swansea is €78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Guildford to Swansea train time is 3 h 7 min covering the 237 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Guildford to Swansea leaves at 03: 38. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Guildford to Swansea leaves at 22: 28.
There are 7 trains a day from Guildford to Swansea which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Guildford to Swansea train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Swansea from Guildford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 28.
A trip to Swansea from Guildford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Guildford to Swansea by train is January.
You have options as you can travel to Swansea from Guildford 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to Swansea
Guildford
Swansea
The major train station for departures in Guildford is Guildford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Guildford for your trip from Guildford to Swansea.
Guildford
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team.
- Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Guildford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
London Road (Guildford)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for London Road (Guildford)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Side of station - Station Forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your journey to Swansea from Guildford.
Swansea
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
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