Swansea to Stansted Airport train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Swansea to Stansted Airport take around 4 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 291 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Swansea is scheduled to depart at around  03:41. The last departure is usually at around 23:31 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Swansea at around 03:56, with the last train leaving at around 22:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €69.20.

We think any time is a great time to visit Stansted Airport, 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 Stansted Airport.

Is there a direct train from Swansea to Stansted Airport?

The journey between Swansea and Stansted Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Swansea to Stansted Airport 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 Swansea to Stansted Airport?

The Swansea to Stansted Airport train travel takes about 4 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Swansea to Stansted Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Stansted Airport leaving Swansea at around 03:41 and the last train leaving at around 23:31 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Swansea at around 03:56, with the final departure at 22:20.