How much is the train ticket from Swansea to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Swansea to Bristol start from R 133. The average price for this train route is around R 886. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Swansea to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Swansea to Bristol is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Swansea to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Swansea to Bristol departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 21:23.

Train Swansea to Bristol from R 240

Next train departures

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:33	Swansea	2h 20m	19:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	12:38	Swansea	2h 12m	14:50	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	11:38	Swansea	2h 14m	13:52	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	11:38	Swansea	2h 14m	13:52	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	12:38	Swansea	2h 12m	14:50	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:33	Swansea	2h 20m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	18:38	Swansea	2h 13m	20:51	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:33	Swansea	2h 20m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:33	Swansea	2h 21m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:33	Swansea	2h 21m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:33	Swansea	2h 20m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	18:38	Swansea	2h 13m	20:51	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:33	Swansea	2h 20m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:33	Swansea	2h 21m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:33	Swansea	2h 21m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Swansea	1h 30m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:23	Swansea	1h 30m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	09:22	Swansea	1h 32m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:22	Swansea	1h 33m	08:55	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	09:23	Swansea	1h 30m	10:53	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:22	Swansea	1h 33m	08:55	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:47	Swansea	1h 39m	09:26	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:47	Swansea	1h 39m	09:26	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 8 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Swansea	1h 58m	09:33	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:35	Swansea	1h 58m	09:33	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:15	Swansea	2h 3m	10:18	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:15	Swansea	2h 3m	10:18	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:55	Swansea	1h 58m	10:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 9 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:23	Swansea	1h 30m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Swansea	1h 29m	09:13	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:44	Swansea	1h 29m	09:13	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bristol on 10 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:23	Swansea	1h 30m	09:53	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Swansea	1h 29m	09:13	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:18	Swansea	1h 35m	08:53	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:44	Swansea	1h 29m	09:13	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:56 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

96 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 129 - R 726	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 133 - R 1 467	Average duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 206 - R 286	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 133

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea to Bristol 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 Swansea to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Swansea to Bristol start from R 133. The average price for this train route is around R 886. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Swansea to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Swansea to Bristol is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 28m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Swansea to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Swansea to Bristol?
The earliest train from Swansea to Bristol departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 21:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/02

R 867

02/02

R 551

Today

R 553

04/02

R 553

05/02

R 553

06/02

R 595

07/02

R 595

08/02

R 859

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Bristol was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 551

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

You can expect to pay from R 551 to R 1 384 for a train ticket from Swansea to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 553, which is on 2026-02-04.