RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
CrossCountry
Great Western Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Trains to Swansea from Alderley Edge

First train

05:37

Last train

23:05

Departure stationAlderley Edge
Arrival stationSwansea
Journey time

From 3h 56m

Distance

136 miles (219 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

Check out the next trains departing from Alderley Edge to Swansea for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:4713:304h 43m, 2 changes
09:3713:424h 5m, 1 change
10:3715:304h 53m, 2 changes
11:3715:404h 3m, 1 change
12:3717:054h 28m, 2 changes
13:3717:444h 7m, 1 change
14:3719:014h 24m, 2 changes
15:3719:414h 4m, 1 change
16:3721:164h 39m, 2 changes
17:3721:594h 22m, 1 change

Travelling from Alderley Edge to Swansea by train

If you're planning to travel from Alderley Edge to Swansea, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Alderley Edge to Swansea takes around 6 hours 27 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Alderley Edge to Swansea.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Swansea, as there are no direct trains.

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

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

How fast can trains travel from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

The fastest time a train can travel the 136 miles (219 km) from Alderley Edge to Swansea is 3 hours and 56 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

There are no direct trains that run between Alderley Edge and Swansea. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

How far is the train ride from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

The train ride from Alderley Edge to Swansea covers a distance of around 136 miles (219 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 56 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Swansea from Alderley Edge?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 56 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Alderley Edge and Swansea is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Alderley Edge to Swansea?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Alderley Edge to Swansea is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.