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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Swansea (SWA)

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22

train journeys
per day

300

miles (484 kms)

7hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 01:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea is approximately 300 miles (484 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 32 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    8 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    8 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    8 hrs 2 changes
    16:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    8 hrs 2 changes
    17:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:03
    8 hrs 30 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    18:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    8 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    8 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    19:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:24
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    8 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:52
    7 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:42
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    8 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:03
    8 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    8 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    22:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    8 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    8 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    00:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:07
    9 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    02:29
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:07
    14 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:58
    13 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:59
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    13 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Swansea
    Edinburgh Waverley to Swansea

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:32.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley 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 Edinburgh Waverley & Swansea. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Swansea.

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