Derby to Swansea by train

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Overview: trains from Derby to Swansea

Find the key information for travelling by train from Derby 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 06:10 View journey
Last train 22:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 38m View journey
Distance (km) 222
Trains / day 63 View all
Cheapest journey US$258.51 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 18m
Train operators 8

Derby to Swansea by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Derby to Swansea? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 222 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Derby and Swansea

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$258.51. 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.

Train schedule for travel between Derby and Swansea

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 63 trains make this journey of 222 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Derby is at 06:10 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:45.

During the weekend, 06:10 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:26 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 3 minutes.

Derby to Swansea distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 222 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 38 minutes.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 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 more about train travel from Derby to Swansea

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Derby and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Swansea city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Derby to Swansea

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

The train route from Derby to Swansea covers 222 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.