Maidstone West to Swansea by train
| First train | 06:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone West | |
| Arrival station | Swansea | |
| Journey time | From 5h 19m | |
| Distance | 193 miles (311 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Travelling from Maidstone West to Swansea by train
Looking to travel from Maidstone West to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 47 minutes to travel from Maidstone West to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 193 miles (311 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, Southeastern or Thameslink 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 Maidstone West 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Maidstone West to Swansea
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Maidstone West to Swansea is right for you.
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National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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