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Huyton to Swansea by train

First train

08:06

Last train

11:51

Departure station

Huyton

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

From 5h 26m

Distance

132 miles (212 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Huyton to Swansea by train

Looking to travel from Huyton to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 33 minutes to travel from Huyton to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 132 miles (212 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes 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 Merseyrail 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 Huyton 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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

The average journey time by train between Huyton and Swansea is 5 hours and 33 minutes, with around 2 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 Huyton and Swansea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Huyton to Swansea is 5 hours and 26 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Huyton to Swansea?

No, there are no direct train services from Huyton to Swansea. Travelling from Huyton to Swansea by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Huyton to Swansea leaves at 08:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Huyton to Swansea leaves at 11:51. 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 Huyton and Swansea by train?

Trains travelling from Huyton to Swansea cover a distance of around 132 miles (212 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Huyton 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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