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Trains from Manchester Stations to Swansea (SWA)

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20

train journeys
per day

146

miles (236 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:49

first / last train

6

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Swansea , with 6 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Swansea is approximately 146 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 51 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Swansea.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    4 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    4 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    4 hrs 15 mins Direct
    11:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 23 mins Direct
    13:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    15:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:49
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    4 hrs 41 mins Direct
    18:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:03
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    4 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    19:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 34 mins Direct
    20:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    4 hrs 12 mins Direct
    20:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    22:10
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:30
    5 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    23:43
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    5 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    00:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:30
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    02:29
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:36
    10 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
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 Manchester Stations and Swansea

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations 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 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Swansea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 6 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Swansea

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Swansea.

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