Swansea to Bournemouth by train
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Overview: trains from Swansea to Bournemouth
Find the key information for travelling by train from Swansea to Bournemouth, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Explore Swansea to Bournemouth by rail
Getting ready for a trip from Swansea to Bournemouth aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.
Cost of a train ticket between Swansea and Bournemouth
The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$135.12. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 and a half months in advance.
What’s included in the price of a European train ticket
When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.
Swansea to Bournemouth departure frequency and train timetable
With 52 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 12 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 03:46 and the last one is at 20:29. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:18, with the last one at 22:20.
Average train travel time and distance from Swansea to Bournemouth
On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 50 minutes, spanning 176 kilometres in total.
When are tickets between Swansea and Bournemouth available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Swansea and Bournemouth can be purchased 3 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making the most of your trip to Bournemouth
For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Bournemouth.
FAQs about the train journey from Swansea to Bournemouth
Want to know more about your journey from Swansea to Bournemouth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Swansea and Bournemouth by train is 176 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$135.12. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .
You can purchase tickets for this route 3 and a half months in advance.
The quickest journey is 3 hours and 50 minutes.
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