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Trains from Reading West to Swansea (SWA)

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20

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading West to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Swansea is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Swansea.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Swansea Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    19:31
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    17:31
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    20:32
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    21:34
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    21:01
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    23:52
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    21:53
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    01:08
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    23:10
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    02:37
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    9 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Reading West
    Swansea
    Reading West to Swansea

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Reading West and Swansea

The travel time between Reading West and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Swansea. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Swansea.

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