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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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11

train journeys
per day

203

miles (326 kms)

8hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Whitehaven (WTH)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Whitehaven , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Whitehaven is approximately 203 miles (326 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Whitehaven. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Whitehaven Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    8 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:48
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    8 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    8 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    8 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    8 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    21:09
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    8 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    22:04
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    23:11
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:05
    15 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:23
    12 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:30
    12 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Swansea
    Whitehaven
    Swansea to Whitehaven

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 Whitehaven Station

Station name Whitehaven (WTH)
Address Whitehaven station, Station Approach, off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:30
Saturday 06:15 - 17:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Whitehaven

The travel time between Swansea and Whitehaven by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Whitehaven vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea and Whitehaven 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 & Whitehaven. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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