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It takes an average of 4h 34m to travel from Manchester to Swansea by train, over a distance of around 147 miles (236 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Swansea and tickets for this journey start from £33.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:30 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Swansea | |
| Journey time | From 4h 10m | |
| Distance | 147 miles (236 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £33.20 | |
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Taking the train from Manchester to Swansea in 4 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Swansea? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 34 minutes to travel the 147 miles (236 km) from Manchester to Swansea by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Swansea.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Swansea in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £33.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Swansea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Swansea
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Swansea is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.