The average train between Rugby and Swansea takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Swansea at 2:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Swansea station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Rugby to Swansea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Swansea train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Rugby to Swansea train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Swansea is 201.5 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 32m.