Manchester to Swansea Train
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Manchester to Swansea by train
The journey from Manchester to Swansea by train is 147.31 mi and takes 4 hrs 35 mins. There are 16 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:11 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Swansea by train for as little as £48.70 or as much as £115.77. The best price for this journey is £48.70.
| Lowest Price | £48.70 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 35 mins |
| Connection per Day | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway 16 |
| Lowest Price | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway £48.70 |
| Highest Price | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway £115.77 |
| First Departure | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway 05:11 |
| Last Departure | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway 20:30 |
| Distance | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway 147.31 mi |
| Departure | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway Manchester |
| Arrival | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway Swansea |
| Carriers | Transport for Wales, CrossCountry Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Swansea
The cheapest Manchester - Swansea train tickets can be found for as low as £32.01 if you’re lucky, or £53.29 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £76.86.
Find the best day to travel to Swansea by train
When travelling to Swansea by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway from Manchester to Swansea
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Swansea by train.
| Facilities | Transport for Wales | Avanti West Coast | Great Western Railway |
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WiFi | | | |
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Manchester to Swansea CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
16.59kg
Bus
17.78kg
Flight
47.41kg
Car
37.93kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Swansea by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Swansea are 16.59kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Swansea? By taking the train between Manchester and Swansea you will save 30.82kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.19kg compared to a bus and 21.34kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Swansea?
A train ticket from Manchester to Swansea is £89.82. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £48.70.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Swansea?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Swansea is £48.70. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Swansea by train?
Manchester to Swansea is 147.31 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Swansea take?
Manchester to Swansea is on average 4 hrs 35 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Swansea?
The train journey from Manchester to Swansea is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Swansea?
Manchester to Swansea has 16 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Swansea leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Swansea departs at 05:11. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Swansea depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Swansea departs at 20:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Swansea in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £48.70 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Manchester to Swansea?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to Swansea.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Swansea by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Swansea is 4 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Swansea?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Swansea.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Swansea by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Swansea creates 16.59kg of CO2 emissions.