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Saltaire to Swansea by train

First train

09:12

Last train

17:42

Departure station

Saltaire

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

From 5h 15m

Distance

177 miles (286 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

Travelling from Saltaire to Swansea by train

Looking to travel from Saltaire to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 52 minutes to travel from Saltaire to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 15 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 177 miles (286 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 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 or CrossCountry to get to Swansea – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Saltaire 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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Saltaire to Swansea? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Saltaire and Swansea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Saltaire to Swansea is 5 hours and 15 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Saltaire to Swansea?

No, there are no direct train services from Saltaire to Swansea. Travelling from Saltaire to Swansea by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Saltaire to Swansea leave?

The first train from Saltaire to Swansea leaves at 09:12. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Saltaire to Swansea leave?

The last train from Saltaire to Swansea leaves at 17:42. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Saltaire and Swansea by train?

Trains travelling from Saltaire to Swansea cover a distance of around 177 miles (286 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Saltaire 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 Saltaire 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

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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