Essex Road to Swansea by train
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:33 | |
| Departure station | Essex Road | |
| Arrival station | Swansea | |
| Journey time | From 3h 44m | |
| Distance | 165 miles (266 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Essex Road to Swansea by train
Looking to travel from Essex Road to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 19 minutes to travel from Essex Road to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 165 miles (266 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Swansea, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to get to Swansea. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Essex Road to Swansea in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Essex Road to Swansea
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Consider a Season Ticket
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