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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Swansea takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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.

8h 35m
Duration
425 mi
Distance
£171
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h 37m
£142–227

Glasgow to Swansea train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Glasgow and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Swansea at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales13h 34m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 38m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 38m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 38m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 38m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 39m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 55m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 13m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 31m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 10m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales7h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Swansea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 424.6 mi
  • Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Swansea via Crewe in around 7h 37m.

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