Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€74

Average price

€84

Fastest journey

3 h 49 m

Average duration

3 h 50 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

260 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €74.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) without transferring at least 2 times.

Great Western RailV62114+Transport for WalesAW756400+Great Western RailL23193
06:23PM3h51
Swansea station (SWA)
10:14PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
741One-way
2 transfers
Transport for WalesL64116+Great Western RailGW166500 · L23283 · L23026
06:53PM4h47
Swansea station (SWA)
11:40PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
841One-way
3 transfers
Great Western RailV62123+Transport for WalesAW732900+Great Western RailL23183
09:23AM3h50
Swansea station (SWA)
01:13PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
851One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailV62115+Transport for WalesAW719200+Great Western RailL23192
05:23PM3h49
Swansea station (SWA)
09:12PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
851One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailV62119+Transport for WalesAW729900+Great Western RailL23188
01:20PM3h54
Swansea station (SWA)
05:14PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
851One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €43.

Distance: 260 km

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Bus

€70

Average price

€18

Average price

Cheapest

3h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 36m

Average total duration

5h 6m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:51 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_westernP22815
On time
5:17 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2h57
8:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP22816
On time
6:18 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2h52
9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP22817
On time
7:17 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2h52
10:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP22818
On time
8:18 PM Swansea station (SWA)
2h53
11:11 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Saturday, March 21
great_westernV62124+transport_for_walesAW733000+great_westernL23182
On time
8:22 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h51
12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2 transfers
great_westernV62123+transport_for_walesAW732900+great_westernL23183
On time
9:23 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h50
1:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2 transfers
great_westernV62122+transport_for_walesAW730300+great_westernL2318410:23 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h49
2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)2 transfers
great_westernV62121+transport_for_walesAW730100+great_westernL2318511:21 AM Swansea station (SWA)
3h51
3:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)2 transfers

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Why should you book Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD).

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD).
  • 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 Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD).

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 Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 44m.

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
260 km
Average train duration
2h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
€43
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 44m
First train
03:38
Last train
20:23
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, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and London Paddington (PAD) 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 44m
Cheapest Price
€43
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
€180
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as €43 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) is €70; 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 Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) is 2h 44m to travel the 260 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 Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 3:38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 8:23 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) with Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD), you can count on Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London Paddington (PAD). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Swansea station (SWA) and London Paddington (PAD) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to London Paddington (PAD) from Swansea station (SWA) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD) is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea station (SWA) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea station (SWA) to London Paddington (PAD)

Swansea
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The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to London.
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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