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Swansea to Portchester by train

First train

02:38

Last train

21:53

Departure station

Swansea

Arrival station

Portchester

Journey time

From 4h 1m

Distance

133 miles (214 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Southern

Travelling from Swansea to Portchester by train

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

On average, it takes around 6 hours 12 minutes to travel from Swansea to Portchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 133 miles (214 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Portchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to get to Portchester. 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 Swansea to Portchester 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 Swansea to Portchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Swansea to Portchester take?

The average journey time by train between Swansea and Portchester is 6 hours and 12 minutes, with around 14 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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

The fastest journey time by train from Swansea to Portchester is 4 hours and 1 minute.

Is there a direct train from Swansea to Portchester?

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

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

The first train from Swansea to Portchester leaves at 02:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Swansea to Portchester leaves at 21:53. 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 Swansea and Portchester by train?

Trains travelling from Swansea to Portchester cover a distance of around 133 miles (214 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Portchester to Swansea.

Cheap train tickets from Swansea to Portchester

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† 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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