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Outbound fromStowmarket to Swansea by train
It takes an average of 6h 10m to travel from Stowmarket to Swansea by train, over a distance of around 214 miles (345 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Stowmarket to Swansea and tickets for this journey start from £46.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:11 | |
| Departure station | Stowmarket | |
| Arrival station | Swansea | |
| Journey time | From 4h 36m | |
| Distance | 214 miles (345 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £46.50 | |
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Travelling from Stowmarket to Swansea by train
Looking to travel from Stowmarket to Swansea by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 10 minutes to travel from Stowmarket to Swansea by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 36 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 214 miles (345 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 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 or Greater Anglia to get to Swansea – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Stowmarket 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 £46.50.
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.
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Cheap train tickets from Stowmarket to Swansea
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Stowmarket to Swansea is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.