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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Swansea, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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DKK 129.47
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DKK 91.14
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Birmingham to Swansea train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Swansea, starting from DKK 91.14 and averaging DKK 298.53. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 47m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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12:22
4h 43m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
17:05
Swansea
Transport for Wales
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12:42
2h 48m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
15:30
Swansea
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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13:23
4h 19m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
17:42
Swansea
Transport for Wales
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13:30
2h 57m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
16:27
Swansea
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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14:22
4h 39m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
19:01
Swansea
Transport for Wales
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14:30
3h, No direct
Birmingham New Street
17:30
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CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Birmingham to Swansea train route details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
23:41
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Swansea
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
169 km
Price
Price
DKK 91.14*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Swansea

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Swansea can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Swansea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Birmingham to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Swansea train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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