Leicester to Swansea train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Swansea by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Swansea take around 4 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 223 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  06:17. The last departure is usually at around 22:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 05:49, with the last train leaving at around 22:19. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 29 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$150.00.

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 Leicester to Swansea?

The journey between Leicester and Swansea usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Swansea?

The Leicester to Swansea train travel takes about 4 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Swansea train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Leicester at around 06:17 and the last train leaving at around 22:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 05:49, with the final departure at 22:19.