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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea (SWA)

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36

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:02

first / last train

1

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:40
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:28
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:07
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    08:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:56
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:38
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:38
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:38
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:57
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:38
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:57
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:38
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:39
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:57
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:38
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Swansea
    Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.