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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Cambridge (CBG)

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22

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Cambridge is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:46
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:59
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:03
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:01
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    00:01
    Swansea
    Cambridge
    Swansea to Cambridge

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

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Cambridge

The travel time between Swansea and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swansea & Cambridge. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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