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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Swansea (SWA)

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20

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Swansea is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 29 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Swansea.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Swansea Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:51
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    5 hrs 2 changes
    16:30
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    17:30
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    23:52
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    19:30
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    01:08
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    02:37
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    21:20
    11 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea
  • Mon 6th May
    23:20
    10 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Christchurch
    Swansea
    Christchurch to Swansea

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Swansea

The travel time between Christchurch and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Swansea. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Swansea.

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