The average train between Swansea and Bristol takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Swansea to Bristol. 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 Swansea and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 3:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Swansea is at 9:23 PM which arrives into Bristol at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 46m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Swansea to Bristol? 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 Swansea to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Swansea to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.
Book your Swansea to Bristol train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Swansea and Bristol is 94.9 km. The road distance is 136 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Bristol Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 29m.