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Trip Overview

The train between Bristol and Swansea takes 1h 55m. There is at least one train 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.

1h 55m
Duration
83 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Bristol to Swansea train times

Trains run once daily between Bristol and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:07 AM which arrives into Swansea at 9:02 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 57m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Swansea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 83.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–45 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route once daily.

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