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Bridlington to Swansea by train

First train

06:34

Last train

23:06

Departure station

Bridlington

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

From 6h 17m

Distance

231 miles (371 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Bridlington to Swansea by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bridlington to Swansea? Look no further.

You'll usually find 13 trains per day running between Bridlington and Swansea, which usually take 7 hours 52 minutes to complete the 231 miles (371 km) journey. It can take as little as 6 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Swansea by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bridlington to Swansea if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Swansea? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bridlington 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 Bridlington to Swansea take?

The average journey time by train between Bridlington and Swansea is 7 hours and 52 minutes, with around 13 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 Bridlington and Swansea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bridlington to Swansea is 6 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bridlington to Swansea?

No, there are no direct train services from Bridlington to Swansea. Travelling from Bridlington to Swansea by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Bridlington to Swansea leave?

The first train from Bridlington to Swansea leaves at 06:34. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bridlington to Swansea leave?

The last train from Bridlington to Swansea leaves at 23:06. 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 Bridlington and Swansea by train?

Trains travelling from Bridlington to Swansea cover a distance of around 231 miles (371 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Bridlington to Swansea

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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

† 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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