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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Swansea (SWA)

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31

train journeys
per day

90

miles (145 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 00:06

first / last train

12

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Swansea , with 12 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Swansea is approximately 90 miles (145 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Swansea.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Swansea Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:22
    4 hrs 11 mins Direct
    09:33
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:48
    3 hrs 8 mins Direct
    09:56
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    11:45
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    4 hrs 6 mins Direct
    13:03
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    13:52
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    15:36
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    15:39
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:14
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    18:11
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:09
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:17
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    19:31
    Shrewsbury
    Swansea
    Shrewsbury to Swansea

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Shrewsbury and Swansea

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 12 direct services per day from Shrewsbury to Swansea

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Swansea.

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