Luton to Swansea train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Swansea

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€37

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€54

Fastest journey on Sep 17

3 h 58 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

4 h

Trains on Sep 17

2

Distance

244 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Swansea will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Luton to Swansea, including 2 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    10:29 AM3h58
    Luton
    2:27 PMSwansea
    371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway
    11:29 AM4h01
    Luton
    3:30 PMSwansea
    701One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton 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 16m. 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 €62.

Distance: 244 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€62

Average price

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€54

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average total duration

6h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Swansea is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Swansea costing on average €62.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 3h 46m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Swansea including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Luton to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway10:29 AM Luton
3h58
2:27 PM Swansea0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway11:29 AM Luton
4h01
3:30 PM Swansea0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Swansea

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Trains from Luton to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 4h 0m.

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 €16
Distance
244 km
Average train duration
3h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
€39
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 0m
First train
2:40 AM
Last train
9:32 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 €16

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink from Luton to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton and Swansea from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€39
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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€215
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Swansea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luton to Swansea can start from as little as €39 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Swansea is €62; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Luton to Swansea is 4h 0m to travel the 244 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Luton to Swansea leaves at 2:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Luton to Swansea leaves at 9:32 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Luton to Swansea which require at least one change with Great Western Railway, Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Luton to Swansea, you can count on Great Western Railway, Thameslink for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Luton and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Swansea from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Luton to Swansea is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Swansea including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luton to Swansea

Most Luton to Swansea trains use the Luton to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Luton
Arrival train stations in Swansea
LutonLuton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LTWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton from Luton city centre

Bus17 · 7m · €2 · every ~2 min

Luton train station facilities and services

Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Luton DART ParkwayLuton LU2 0HB, UKAccessibility

Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

Luton Airport ParkwayLuton Airport Parkway station, Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre

Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCorby - London St Pancras International, Sheffield - London St Pancras International, Nottingham - London St Pancras International, Kettering - London St Pancras International, Wellingborough - London St Pancras International, East Midlands Parkway - London St Pancras International · 2m · €1 · every ~4 min
BusX4, X1, X2, Z, A, X3 · 5m · €4 · every ~41 min
612, X10 · 5m · €1 · every ~2 min
44, 45, 366 · 6m · €2 · every ~2 min
101, 100 · 10m · €4 · every ~7 min

Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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