The average train between Harlech and Swansea takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Harlech 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 Harlech and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlech is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Swansea at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Harlech 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.
No, there is no direct train from Harlech to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Harlech station and arriving at Swansea station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Harlech to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Harlech station.
Harlech to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Harlech to Swansea train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Harlech and Swansea is 138.1 km. The road distance is 397 km.
You can take a train from Harlech to Swansea via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 19m.