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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Shildon (SHD)

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13

train journeys
per day

228

miles (367 kms)

6hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Shildon (SHD)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Shildon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Shildon is approximately 228 miles (367 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 18 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Shildon.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Shildon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Shildon Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:59
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:58
    7 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:20
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:23
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:23
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:23
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:22
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:23
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:14
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:23
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:23
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:23
    12 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    07:02
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:50
    13 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:28
    13 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Swansea
    Shildon
    Swansea to Shildon

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Shildon

The travel time between Swansea and Shildon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Shildon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea and Shildon can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swansea & Shildon. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Shildon.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Swansea and Shildon, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.