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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Swansea (SWA)

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20

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

5hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 01:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds 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 Leeds to Swansea is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Swansea.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:24
    7 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:36
    7 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    5 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    5 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    5 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    21:34
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:11
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    23:43
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:11
    5 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    00:44
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    02:29
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    11 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:15
    10 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:50
    11 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Leeds
    Swansea
    Leeds to Swansea

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 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 Leeds and Swansea

The travel time between Leeds and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds 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 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:04.

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

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leeds and Swansea.

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