Swansea to Bournemouth by train

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 £69.50. 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.