Stafford to Swansea by train

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Overview: trains from Stafford to Swansea

Find the key information for travelling by train from Stafford to Swansea, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:24 View journey
Last train 23:04 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 180
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey CA$121.34 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr
Train operators 4

Stafford to Swansea by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Stafford to Swansea? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 180 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Stafford and Swansea

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$121.34. 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 5 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.

Stafford to Swansea daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Swansea on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 23 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:24: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:04: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:26: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:04: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 41 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Stafford to Swansea

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 28 minutes, spanning 180 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Stafford and Swansea go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Stafford and Swansea 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Stafford to Swansea

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Swansea city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Stafford to Swansea

Want to know more about your journey from Stafford to Swansea? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Stafford and Swansea is 180 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.