Wolverhampton to Swansea by train

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Overview: trains from Wolverhampton to Swansea

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wolverhampton 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 00:20 View journey
Last train 23:46 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 164
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey CA$96.85 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 48m
Train operators 10

Travelling by train from Wolverhampton to Swansea

Ready to travel from Wolverhampton to Swansea by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Wolverhampton and Swansea

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically CA$96.85, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Wolverhampton and Swansea

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 34 trains make this journey of 164 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Wolverhampton is at 00:20 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:43.

During the weekend, 00:20 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:46 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 25 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Wolverhampton and Swansea

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 16 minutes, covering a total of 164 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Wolverhampton and Swansea?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Wolverhampton and Swansea 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Wolverhampton to Swansea

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Swansea city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Wolverhampton to Swansea

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

The total distance from Wolverhampton to Swansea is 164 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.