The average train between Rochester and Swansea takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 hourly between Rochester and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Swansea at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Swansea station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Rochester to Swansea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Swansea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Rochester to Swansea train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Rochester and Swansea is 309 km. The road distance is 362 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Swansea via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 5h 1m.