The average train between Bolton and Swansea takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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 Bolton and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Swansea at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Swansea station via Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Bolton to Swansea train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Swansea train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Bolton to Swansea train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Swansea is 240.9 km. The road distance is 362 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m.