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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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25

train journeys
per day

166

miles (267 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Gatwick Airport is approximately 166 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 23 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Gatwick Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:46
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:34
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:59
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:25
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:44
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:35
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:23
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Swansea
    Gatwick Airport
    Swansea to Gatwick Airport

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 Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Swansea and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

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

Amenities on trains between Swansea and Gatwick Airport 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 & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Gatwick Airport.

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