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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Swansea to Morpeth. Traveling by train from Swansea to Morpeth usually takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway + Connections train can make the trip in 6 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 262 mi (422 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 48m |
| Lowest price | £90.82 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Swansea to Morpeth?
2 train services operate from Swansea to Morpeth. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 6 | 9h 2m | £180.84 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 2 | 7h 14m | £142.02 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Swansea to Morpeth start from £163, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Morpeth. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Swansea leaves from Swansea Train Station . And in Morpeth trains arrive at Morpeth Train Station .
From Swansea to Morpeth train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 9 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Morpeth faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 48 minutes.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Swansea to Morpeth start from £91, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Morpeth. Great Western Railway + Connections in Swansea leaves from Swansea Train Station . And in Morpeth trains arrive at Morpeth Train Station .
From Swansea to Morpeth train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 7 hours and 14 minutes. If you are looking to get to Morpeth faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 48 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Swansea and Morpeth is approximately 262 miles, or 422 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 48 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Swansea to Morpeth are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Swansea at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Morpeth to Swansea.
City Information
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlours.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent coach services to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Swansea Train Station
Trains to Swansea arrive at the Swansea Train Station on the northern edge of the city centre. Opened in 1850, the station overlooks the Swansea Canal to the east. The historic building is not huge but includes a coffee shop and essential amenities. It is the terminus of regular services from London and serves as an intermediate stop for hourly Great Western Railways trains between Cardiff, West Wales, and Manchester. Transport for Wales operates additional routes from Swansea to cities throughout Wales.
All train stations in Swansea:
Swansea Train Station
Where is the train station in Morpeth?
Main arrival station: Morpeth Train Station
Morpeth has one train station.
Train stations in Morpeth:
Morpeth Train Station
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