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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Stansted and Swansea. The average train journey from Stansted to Swansea takes 7 hours and 27 minutes, but some CrossCountry + Connections train trips are as short as 7 hours and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 178 mi (287 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 14m |
| Lowest price | $124.09 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Stansted to Swansea?
CrossCountry + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Stansted to Swansea. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 2 | 7h 27m | $124.09 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Stansted to Swansea start from $124, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Swansea. CrossCountry + Connections in Stansted leaves from Stansted Airport Train Station . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Stansted to Swansea train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 7 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 14 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Stansted and Swansea is approximately 178 miles, or 287 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 14 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Stansted to Swansea on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Stansted at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Stansted twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Swansea to Stansted.
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 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 Stansted?
Main departure station: Stansted Airport Train Station
There is one train station in Stansted.
All train stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport 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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