Swansea to Preston by train

Going from Swansea to Preston by train

About to set off from Swansea to Preston by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Swansea and Preston: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from €103.16, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Swansea to Preston train schedule

• The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 03:52.

• The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:32.

• The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 03:33.

• The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:34.

• 32 trains run along this route each day.

• Trains leave the station every 8 minutes.

Average train travel time from Swansea to Preston

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 28 minutes, travelling a total distance of 251 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Swansea to Preston?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Preston

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Preston.