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Tenby to Swansea Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Tenby to Swansea. Traveling by train from Tenby to Swansea usually takes one hour and 59 minutes, but the fastest Arriva Trains Wales train can make the trip in one hour and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 48m |
| Lowest price | €12.53 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Tenby to Swansea?
Arriva Trains Wales is the one and only train line which connects Tenby to Swansea. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales | 8 | 1h 59m | €17.14 |
Arriva Trains Wales is a friendly and reliable operator of passenger rail services in Wales with services that cross the border into England. Destinations for Arriva Trains Wales services in Wales include Newport, Wrexham, Birmingham, and Manchester. Onboard, passengers will find power outlets and restrooms, plus snacks and beverages available for purchase from a café car or roving trolley service.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Tenby to Swansea
Trains from Tenby to Swansea are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Tenby at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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. 6 of these are direct connections to Swansea. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Swansea to Tenby.
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 Tenby?
Main departure station: Manorbier Train Station
There are two stations in Tenby where you can board the train to Swansea.
All train stations in Tenby:
Manorbier Train Station
Tenby 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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