The average train between Bristol and Swansea takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 Bristol and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Swansea at 12:29 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol station and arriving at Swansea station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.
Bristol to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stapleton Road station.
Bristol to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.
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The distance between Bristol and Swansea is 94.9 km. The road distance is 131 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Stapleton Road to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 52m.