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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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32

train journeys
per day

147

miles (237 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 00:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Manchester Victoria is approximately 147 miles (237 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Swansea to Manchester Victoria

Journeys from Swansea to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    03:46
    5 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    09:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:59
    5 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    10:08
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:29
    5 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    10:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:43
    5 hrs 2 mins1 change
    10:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:57
    5 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    11:07
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:26
    5 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    11:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:54
    4 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    11:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:18
    5 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    12:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:52
    4 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    12:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:21
    5 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    13:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:52
    4 hrs 53 mins1 change
    13:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:22
    5 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    14:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    5 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    14:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:22
    4 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    15:18
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:54
    4 hrs 51 mins1 change
    15:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:22
    5 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    16:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:28
    5 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    16:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:22
    4 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    17:19
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:54
    4 hrs 51 mins1 change
    17:45
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:22
    5 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    18:31
    Swansea
    Manchester Victoria
    Swansea to Manchester Victoria

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
AddressSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
AddressManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Swansea and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:38.

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

Amenities on trains between Swansea and Manchester Victoria 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 & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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