Is there a direct train from Northampton to Swansea?

The journey between Northampton and Swansea usually involves 13 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Northampton 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 Northampton to Swansea?

The Northampton to Swansea train travel takes about 4 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Northampton to Swansea train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Northampton at around 04:14 and the last train leaving at around 23:36.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Northampton at around 06:16, with the final departure at 23:30.

Northampton to Swansea by train

First train

04:14
Last train

23:36

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

4hr 14m

Distance

219 kilometres
Trains per day

42

Avg. journey time

5hr 15m
Train operators

From Northampton to Swansea by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Northampton to Swansea by train. With 42 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Northampton and Swansea

Average fares along this route:

The cheapest ticket price: £96.24
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)
Travel with a budget train operator
Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively
Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)
Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Northampton to Swansea train schedule

The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 04:14.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:36.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:16.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:30.
42 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 11 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Northampton to Swansea?

This journey covers a total of 219 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 4 hours and 14 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Northampton and Swansea?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn even more about travelling from Northampton to Swansea by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Swansea.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Northampton and Swansea by train?

The total journey from Northampton to Swansea is 219 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Northampton to Swansea?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £96.24. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Northampton to Swansea by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 4 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The shortest trip is 4 hours and 14 minutes.

Swansea to Northampton by train

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