Is there a direct train from Bournemouth to Swansea?

The journey between Bournemouth and Swansea usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bournemouth to Swansea every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bournemouth to Swansea?

The Bournemouth to Swansea train travel takes about 3 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bournemouth to Swansea train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Bournemouth at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:12.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bournemouth at around 06:25, with the final departure at 22:12.

Bournemouth to Swansea by train

First train

05:12
Last train

23:12

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

3hr 44m

Distance

176 kilometres
Trains per day

16

Avg. journey time

4hr 45m
Train operators

Explore Bournemouth to Swansea by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Bournemouth to Swansea aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train travel between Bournemouth and Swansea: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Bournemouth to Swansea:

Cheapest tickets: AU$154.76
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel between Bournemouth and Swansea

If you are taking the train from Bournemouth to Swansea, you will have 16 trains each day (with a departure every 57 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:12. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:12. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:25, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:12.

Average train travel time from Bournemouth to Swansea

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 44 minutes, travelling a total distance of 176 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Bournemouth to Swansea?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Swansea

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Swansea.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Bournemouth to Swansea by train?

The trip from Bournemouth to Swansea covers a distance of 176 kilometres.

What is the Bournemouth to Swansea train price?

The lowest price available on this route is AU$154.76. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Bournemouth to Swansea train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Bournemouth to Swansea by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 44 minutes.

Swansea to Bournemouth by train

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