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Builth Road to Swansea by train

First train

06:15

Last train

19:50

Departure station

Builth Road

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

From 2h 12m

Distance

44 miles (70 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Builth Road to Swansea in 2 hours 12 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Builth Road to Swansea? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 21 minutes to travel the 44 miles (70 km) from Builth Road to Swansea by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Swansea.

Book train tickets from Builth Road to Swansea in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Swansea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Builth Road to Swansea? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Builth Road to Swansea take?

The average journey time by train between Builth Road and Swansea is 2 hours and 21 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Builth Road and Swansea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Builth Road to Swansea is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Builth Road to Swansea?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Builth Road to Swansea without having to change trains. There are 10 direct trains from Builth Road to Swansea each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from Builth Road to Swansea leave?

The first train from Builth Road to Swansea leaves at 06:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Builth Road to Swansea leave?

The last train from Builth Road to Swansea leaves at 19:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Builth Road and Swansea by train?

Trains travelling from Builth Road to Swansea cover a distance of around 44 miles (70 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Swansea to Builth Road.

Cheap train tickets from Builth Road to Swansea

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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