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It takes an average of 5h 21m to travel from Derby to Swansea by train, over a distance of around 138 miles (221 km). There are normally 63 trains per day travelling from Derby to Swansea and tickets for this journey start from £42.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:50 | |
| Departure station | Derby | |
| Arrival station | Swansea | |
| Journey time | From 3h 33m | |
| Distance | 138 miles (221 km) | |
| Frequency | 63 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Derby to Swansea by train
Looking to travel from Derby to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 21 minutes to travel from Derby to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 33 minutes though. You'll usually find 63 trains per day running along the 138 miles (221 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Swansea, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Swansea. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Derby to Swansea in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £42.70.
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The price of train tickets from Derby to Swansea starts at £42.70 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.