Shrewsbury to Swansea by train

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Overview: trains from Shrewsbury to Swansea

Find the key information for travelling by train from Shrewsbury 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 05:16 View journey
Last train 20:51 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 53m View journey
Distance (km) 146
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey US$39.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 24m
Train operators 3

Travelling from Shrewsbury to Swansea by train

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

The fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Swansea take around 2 hours and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 146 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Shrewsbury is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 20:51 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Shrewsbury at around 05:16, with the last train leaving at around 20:49. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$39.00.

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 Shrewsbury to Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train from Shrewsbury to Swansea.

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

The Shrewsbury to Swansea train travel takes about 2 hours and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Shrewsbury to Swansea train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swansea leaving Shrewsbury at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 20:51 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Shrewsbury at around 05:16, with the final departure at 20:49.

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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.