Train from Gatwick to Swansea: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Gatwick to Swansea on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
SwanseaCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
SwanseaFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
SwanseaNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
SwanseaNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
SwanseaNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 342, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3hAverage duration
267 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 238 - R 1 670Average duration6h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 995 - R 6 218Average duration4h 3m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 342 - R 342Average duration3h
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Swansea?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Swansea start from R 2 995. The average price for this train route is around R 4 122. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Swansea?

    The average train journey time from Gatwick to Swansea is 4h 3m, covering a distance of 268 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Swansea route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Swansea?

    The earliest train from Gatwick to Swansea departs at 07:59. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
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10/12
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Today
R 2 984
12/12
R 2 930
13/12
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14/12
R 2 925
15/12
R 2 923
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Swansea was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 923

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 923 to R 6 057 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 923, which is on 2025-12-15.

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