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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Manchester Stations

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23

train journeys
per day

146

miles (236 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:32 / 23:39

first / last train

7

direct trains

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Manchester Stations , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Manchester Stations is approximately 146 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Manchester Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:32
    4 hrs 43 mins Direct
    10:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 36 mins Direct
    11:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    4 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 23 mins Direct
    13:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 20 mins Direct
    15:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    16:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 20 mins Direct
    17:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 27 mins Direct
    19:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:50
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 26 mins Direct
    21:15
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    21:44
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:50
    6 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    01:41
    Swansea
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Swansea and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Swansea to Manchester Stations

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Manchester Stations .

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