How much is the train ticket from Reading to Swansea?

The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Swansea start from R 658. The average price for this train route is around R 1 810. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Reading to Swansea?

The average train journey time from Reading to Swansea is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 207 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Reading to Swansea route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Reading to Swansea departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:27.

Train Reading to Swansea from R 826

Next train departures

Next departures from Reading to Swansea on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:13	Reading	2h 57m	15:10	Swansea	Cheapest
Train	20:13	Reading	2h 54m	23:07	Swansea	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 57m	10:10	Swansea	No tags
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 57m	10:10	Swansea	No tags
Train	08:13	Reading	2h 57m	11:10	Swansea	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Swansea on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 37m	09:50	Swansea	Cheapest
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 37m	09:50	Swansea	Fastest
Train	08:13	Reading	2h 52m	11:05	Swansea	No tags
Train	08:13	Reading	2h 52m	11:05	Swansea	No tags
Train	09:13	Reading	2h 57m	12:10	Swansea	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Swansea on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:59	Reading	2h 56m	11:55	Swansea	Cheapest
Train	19:10	Reading	2h 45m	21:55	Swansea	Fastest
Train	08:59	Reading	2h 56m	11:55	Swansea	No tags
Train	09:57	Reading	2h 58m	12:55	Swansea	No tags
Train	09:57	Reading	2h 58m	12:55	Swansea	No tags

Next departures from Reading to Swansea on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:13	Reading	2h 57m	15:10	Swansea	Cheapest
Train	20:13	Reading	2h 54m	23:07	Swansea	Fastest
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 57m	10:10	Swansea	No tags
Train	07:13	Reading	2h 57m	10:10	Swansea	No tags
Train	08:13	Reading	2h 57m	11:10	Swansea	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Swansea

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 475, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

206 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 179 - R 924	Average duration6h 48m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 658 - R 4 754	Average duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 475 - R 522	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 658

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Swansea by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Reading to Swansea?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Swansea start from R 658. The average price for this train route is around R 1 810. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Swansea?
The average train journey time from Reading to Swansea is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 207 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Reading to Swansea route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Swansea?
The earliest train from Reading to Swansea departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:27.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/01

R 1 097

28/01

R 1 095

Today

R 1 118

30/01

No data

31/01

R 1 096

01/02

R 1 258

02/02

R 1 096

03/02

R 1 097

The cheapest trip from Reading to Swansea was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 095

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 095 to R 4 659 for a train ticket from Reading to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 096, which is on 2026-01-31.