The average train between Perth and Swansea takes 10h 31m and the fastest train takes 8h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth to Swansea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Perth and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Swansea at 1:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 10h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Perth to Swansea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Perth to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Swansea station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.
Perth to Swansea train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Swansea train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Perth to Swansea train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Perth and Swansea is 531.9 km. The road distance is 769 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Swansea via Haymarket and Crewe in around 9h 59m.