4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Swansea
Cheapest price on Oct 22
€70
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€112
Fastest journey on Oct 22
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
4 h 33 m
Trains on Oct 22
23
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Swansea will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Swansea without transferring at least once.
C16925+
G388739:12 AM4h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)€701One-way1 transfer- C16932+G3887710:33 AM5h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:40 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16934+G3887711:12 AM4h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:40 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16939+G38878 · Y6241912:12 PM4h53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:05 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way2 transfers
- C16954+G388853:12 PM4h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16934+G3887711:12 AM4h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:40 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16925+G388739:12 AM4h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)€701One-way1 transfer
- C16954+G388853:12 PM4h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16944+G388801:12 PM4h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:44 PMSwansea station (SWA)€781One-way1 transfer
- C16964+G388905:10 PM4h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:59 PMSwansea station (SWA)€821One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Live departures
Liverpool to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Swansea trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17016+W44831+ G14949 | On time 8:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h18 | 2:26 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
C16923+ G01144+W34618 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 1:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16925+G38873 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h29 | 1:41 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
 C07935+G38921+W35417 | 9:31 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 4h58 | 2:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16932+G38877 | 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h07 | 3:40 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C16932+W29871+W34624 | 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 3:30 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| ME126700+C16934+G38877 | 10:40 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 5h00 | 3:40 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16934+G38877 | 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h28 | 3:40 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C07951+G38925+W35418 | 11:31 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 4h58 | 4:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16939+G38878 · Y62419 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h53 | 5:05 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
 W33894+G38880 | 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h01 | 5:44 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C07963+G38927+W34634 | 1:01 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 5h33 | 6:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16944+G38880 | 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h32 | 5:44 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C07967+G38927+W34634 | 1:31 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 5h03 | 6:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16949+G38882 · G39266 | 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h49 | 7:01 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16954+G38885 | 3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h29 | 7:41 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C07983+W34140+G38890 | 3:29 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 6h30 | 9:59 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C07983+G38928+G14942 | 3:29 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 5h05 | 8:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C07983+G38928+G14942 | 3:31 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 5h03 | 8:34 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16959+G01161_G66477+G14943 | 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h04 | 9:16 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16962+W29908+G14944 | 4:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h58 | 9:31 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16964+G38890 | 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h49 | 9:59 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C07999+G38934+W34648 | 5:31 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 5h04 | 10:35 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
| C16969+G38892+G14945 | 6:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h31 | 11:43 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Swansea
Most Liverpool to Swansea trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Which Swansea station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
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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