Gatwick Airport to Swansea train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Gatwick Airport to Swansea by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Gatwick Airport to Swansea take around 3 hours and 51 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 268 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gatwick Airport is scheduled to depart at around  03:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gatwick Airport at around 05:24, with the last train leaving at around 23:56. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 81 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$81.90.

We think any time is a great time to visit Swansea, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Swansea.

Is there a direct train from Gatwick Airport to Swansea?

The journey between Gatwick Airport and Swansea usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Swansea?

The Gatwick Airport to Swansea train travel takes about 3 hours and 51 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gatwick Airport to Swansea train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Gatwick Airport at around 03:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gatwick Airport at around 05:24, with the final departure at 23:56.