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Trains from Southampton Central to Swansea (SWA)

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27

train journeys
per day

120

miles (193 kms)

3hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Swansea is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Swansea.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 2 changes
    09:33
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    19:16
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:09
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:41
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:10
    4 hrs 1 change
    22:10
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Southampton Central
    Swansea
    Southampton Central to Swansea

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Swansea

The travel time between Southampton Central and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Swansea. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Swansea.

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