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Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Coventry to Swansea. Traveling by train from Coventry to Swansea usually takes 7 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest West Midlands Railway + Connections train can make the trip in 4 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 31m |
| Lowest price | $38.26 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Coventry to Swansea?
There are 3 train lines with service from Coventry to Swansea. West Midlands Railway + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 13h 35m | $68.68 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 3 | 8h 17m | $81.21 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 4 | 4h 51m | $70.47 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Coventry to Swansea start from $69, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Swansea. CrossCountry + Connections in Coventry leaves from Coventry Station Square . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Coventry to Swansea train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 13 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 31 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Swansea on a weekend there is typically one CrossCountry + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Coventry.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Coventry to Swansea start from $81, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Swansea. Virgin Trains + Connections in Coventry leaves from Coventry Station Square . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Coventry to Swansea train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 8 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 31 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Virgin Trains + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Swansea.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Coventry to Swansea start from $38, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Swansea. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Coventry leaves from Coventry Station Square . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Coventry to Swansea train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 4 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 31 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Swansea.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Coventry and Swansea is approximately 117 miles, or 188 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 13 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 31 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Coventry to Swansea. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Coventry at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 Swansea to Coventry.
City Information
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
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 parlors.
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 bus services to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main departure station: Coventry Train Station
There is one train station in Coventry.
All train stations in Coventry:
Coventry Train Station
Where is the train station in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Swansea Train Station
Trains to Swansea arrive at the Swansea Train Station on the northern edge of the city center. 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
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