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Outbound fromSwansea to London Paddington by train
It takes an average of 3h 26m to travel from Swansea to London Paddington by train, over a distance of around 162 miles (260 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Swansea to London Paddington and tickets for this journey start from £35 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:23 | |
| Departure station | Swansea | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 45m | |
| Distance | 162 miles (260 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £35 | |
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Travelling by train from Swansea to London Paddington
Want to travel from Swansea to London Paddington by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Swansea to London Paddington usually takes around 3h 27m but can take just 2h 45m on the fastest services, with around 50 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Great Western Railway (GWR) is the main operator on this route. Free WiFi is available on most services, as well as hot and cold snacks and drinks on their high-speed services. Want to travel in style? Upgrade to GWR First Class and you'll get to enjoy complimentary food and drinks, more legroom, reclining extra-wide seats, enhanced WiFi and at-seat power sockets and USB sockets.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – train tickets from Swansea to London Paddington are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book your train tickets from Swansea to London Paddington? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Swansea to London Paddington
Want to know more about your journey from Swansea to London Paddington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Swansea to London Paddington
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Swansea to London Paddington 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.