Birmingham to Swansea by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Swansea
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Travelling from Birmingham to Swansea by train
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Swansea by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Swansea take around 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 169 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:00. The last departure is usually at around 22:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:00, with the last train leaving at around 21:42. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$58.50.
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 Birmingham to Swansea?
The journey between Birmingham and Swansea usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Swansea?
The Birmingham to Swansea train travel takes about 2 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Swansea train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Birmingham at around 05:00 and the last train leaving at around 22:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:00, with the final departure at 21:42.
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