How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Swansea?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Swansea start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Swansea?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Swansea is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 147 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Transport for Wales .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Swansea route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Swansea?

The earliest train from Manchester to Swansea departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

Train Manchester to Swansea from £37

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Swansea on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:40	Swansea	CheapestFastest
Train	09:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	13:40	Swansea	No tags
Train	10:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 33m	15:03	Swansea	No tags
Train	10:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 33m	15:03	Swansea	No tags
Train	15:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 13m	19:43	Swansea	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Swansea on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 13m	11:43	Swansea	Cheapest
Train	09:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	13:40	Swansea	Fastest
Train	11:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	15:40	Swansea	No tags
Train	15:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 11m	19:41	Swansea	No tags
Train	17:30	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 29m	21:59	Swansea	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Swansea

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

8h 45mAverage duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £75	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £184	Average duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Swansea?

Manchester

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Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Swansea

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Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK
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Train Companies

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at £50

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Swansea by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Swansea?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Swansea start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Swansea?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Swansea is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 147 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Swansea route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Swansea?
The earliest train from Manchester to Swansea departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£61

11/12

£59

Today

£59

13/12

£67

14/12

No data

15/12

£115

16/12

No data

17/12

£59

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Swansea was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £59

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Swansea as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £59 to £177 for a train ticket from Manchester to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2025-12-17.