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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Swansea (SWA)

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19

train journeys
per day

137

miles (221 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 23:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Swansea is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 18 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:28
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:28
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:31
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:31
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    21:34
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:31
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:39
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    22:33
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:31
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    23:43
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:31
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    00:44
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:31
    4 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    02:29
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:50
    10 hrs 2 changes
    08:50
    Derby
    Swansea
    Derby to Swansea

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
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 Unavailable
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 Derby and Swansea

The travel time between Derby and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:28.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Derby & Swansea. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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