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Duration	3h 49m
Distance	171.6 miles
Average price	£88
Frequency	15/day

Trip overview

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Swansea

Southampton

The average train between Swansea and Southampton takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Swansea to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train • 4h 18m

Swansea
Cardiff Central
Southampton

4h 18m

£64 - £122

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Swansea to Southampton train times

Trains run hourly between Swansea and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 18:22 in the evening, and the last departure from Swansea is at 19:22 which arrives into Southampton at 23:04. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, February 21, 2020

Great Western Railway

22:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

23:04 Southampton

Departing Saturday, February 22, 2020

Great Western Railway

09:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

10:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

11:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

12:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

13:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

14:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

15:02 Southampton

Great Western Railway

16:02 Southampton

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swansea to Southampton? 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.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Southampton Central via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

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How far is it from Swansea to Southampton?

The distance between Swansea and Southampton is 121 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

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Where do I catch the Swansea to Southampton train from?

Swansea to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway, depart from Swansea station.

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Where does the Swansea to Southampton train arrive?

Swansea to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1038+ hotels available in Southampton. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Swansea and Southampton?

You can take a train from Swansea to Southampton via Cardiff Central in around 4h 18m.

Train operators

Great Western Railway

Great Western Railway

Ave. Duration

59 min

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£18 - £35

About Great Western Railway

gwr.com

Train from Swansea to Cardiff Central

Ave. Duration: 59 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £18 - £35
Website: gwr.com

Off-Peak Day Single: £11 - £18
Advanced Single: £12 - £18
Anytime Day Single: £18 - £35

Train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central

Ave. Duration: 2h 32m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £45 - £85
Website: gwr.com

Off-Peak Day Single: £25 - £40
Advanced Single: £27 - £40
Anytime Day Single: £45 - £85

Train at London Paddington

Cardiff Central

Transport for Wales

Transport for Wales

Ave. Duration

1h 5m

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£26 - £40

About Transport for Wales

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Train from Swansea to Cardiff Central

Ave. Duration: 1h 5m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £26 - £40
Website: tfw.wales

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Class 175 Coradia at Cardiff Central

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Transport for Wales

Cardiff Central

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