How to get from Southampton to Swansea

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What is the best way to travel from Southampton to Swansea?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Swansea from Southampton. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 34m
£131
£137
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What is the cheapest way to reach Swansea from Southampton?

You can reach Swansea with just £131 by taking a Train from South Western Railway, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £131
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £134

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • South Western Railway
    4h 36m
    0
    06:55
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • South Western Railway
    3h 55m
    0
    08:26
    Southampton
    Central Station
    12:21
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • South Western Railway
    4h 4m
    0
    09:25
    Southampton
    Central Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    09:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £131
  • CrossCountry
    4h 16m
    0
    10:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    14:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £131

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 16m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £134
  • South Western Railway
    3h 34m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £134
  • CrossCountry
    6h 19m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:34
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £155
  • South Western Railway
    5h 37m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:34
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £155

What are the fastest trips from Southampton to Swansea?

You can get to Swansea from Southampton in just 3h 34m with a Train from South Western Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 3h 55m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 3h 34m

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 55m
    0
    08:26
    Southampton
    Central Station
    12:21
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • South Western Railway
    4h 4m
    0
    09:25
    Southampton
    Central Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    09:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £131
  • CrossCountry
    4h 16m
    0
    10:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    14:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £131
  • South Western Railway
    4h 36m
    0
    06:55
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £131

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 34m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £134
  • CrossCountry
    4h 16m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £134
  • South Western Railway
    5h 37m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:34
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £155
  • CrossCountry
    6h 19m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:34
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £155
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Southampton to Swansea

What are the most popular stations in Southampton and Swansea?

In Southampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, SeaCity Museum or Bitterne Station, while in Swansea you will be arriving at Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Swansea from Southampton? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Southampton and Swansea, you can pay as low as £131 with a Train from South Western Railway.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from South Western Railway: you will get to Swansea in just 3h 34m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Southampton and Swansea are South Western Railway and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Southampton and Swansea is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Netley or to Skewen, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Swansea Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Southampton to Swansea?

The most popular companies between Southampton and Swansea, are South Western Railway and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: South Western Railway and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Southampton to Swansea

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Southampton to Swansea. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Southampton to Swansea

How can I reach Swansea from Southampton?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Swansea from Southampton.

How far is Swansea from Southampton?

The distance between Southampton and Swansea is 193.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Southampton and Swansea?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Southampton to Swansea?

You can get to Swansea with just £131 by taking a Train from South Western Railway.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Swansea?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Swansea in just 3h 34m with a Train from South Western Railway.

More routes to Southampton and to Swansea

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Southampton and to Swansea. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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