Southampton to Swansea train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Aug 01

Cheapest price

€82

Average price

€118

Fastest journey

3 h 19 m

Average duration

3 h 51 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

194 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Swansea will cost around €118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton for Swansea on Sat, Aug 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .

On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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
    8:10 AM4h23
    Southampton
    12:33 PMSwansea
    821One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway
    11:15 AM3h19
    Southampton
    2:34 PMSwansea
    1541One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Southampton to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €51.

Distance: 194 km

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Bus

€79

Average price

€29

Average price

Cheapest

4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 26m

Average total duration

6h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Southampton to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway8:10 AM Southampton
4h23
12:33 PM Swansea0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway11:15 AM Southampton
3h19
2:34 PM Swansea0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Southampton to Swansea trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Southampton to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to Swansea.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Swansea.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Swansea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Swansea.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Swansea

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Trains from Southampton to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 3h 12m.

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 €17
Distance
194 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€51
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 12m
First train
3:38 AM
Last train
9:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
3 days
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 €17

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Swansea trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Swansea from €17. 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 Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
€51
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
€202
Cross Country frequency
10 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest Price
€118
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Swansea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Swansea can start from as little as €51 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Southampton to Swansea is €79; 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 Southampton to Swansea is 3h 12m to travel the 194 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 Southampton to Swansea leaves at 3:38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Southampton to Swansea leaves at 9:30 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Southampton to Swansea which require at least one change with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Southampton to Swansea, you can count on Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Southampton and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Swansea from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Southampton to Swansea is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Swansea including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Southampton to Swansea

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

Departure train stations in Southampton
Arrival train stations in Swansea

Which Southampton station do trains to Swansea leave from?

Trains from Southampton to Swansea leave from Southampton Central. The station is 1 km from Southampton city centre at Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL.
Southampton CentralSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · €2 · every ~20 min

Southampton Central train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.

Southampton Airport ParkwaySouthampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre

Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSalisbury - Romsey, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Bournemouth - Winchester, Poole - London Waterloo, Southampton Central - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Woking, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Poole - Winchester, Southampton Central - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Romsey - Romsey, Southampton Central - Woking, Salisbury - Salisbury, Salisbury - Eastleigh, Southampton Central - Eastleigh, Southampton Central - Romsey · 10m · €3 · every ~8 min
BusU1a, U1e · 34m · €2 · every ~21 min
U1a, U1e · 40m · €2 · every ~37 min

Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Southampton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

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

Bike and car services

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

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.

St DenysSt Denys station, Osborne Road South, Portswood, Hampshire, SO17 2EZWifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to St Denys from Southampton city centre

St Denys is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSouthampton Central - London Waterloo, Southampton Central - Portsmouth & Southsea, Salisbury - Romsey, Romsey - Romsey, Salisbury - Salisbury, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Southampton Central - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - Winchester, Southampton Central - Portsmouth Harbour, Southampton Central - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Salisbury - Eastleigh, Southampton Central - Romsey · 5m · €1 · every ~5 min
Bus20 · 22m · €2 · every ~12 min

St Denys train station facilities and services

St Denys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Denys.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at St Denys.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Denys.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Denys: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at St Denys: Bike Parking.

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