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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Swansea takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading 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.

2h 22m
Duration
154 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Reading to Swansea train times

Trains run hourly between Reading and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Swansea at 2:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 154.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 22m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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