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Outbound fromSwansea to Huddersfield by train
It takes an average of 7h 28m to travel from Swansea to Huddersfield by train, over a distance of around 166 miles (268 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Swansea to Huddersfield and tickets for this journey start from £47 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Swansea | |
| Arrival station | Huddersfield | |
| Journey time | From 5h 11m | |
| Distance | 166 miles (268 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £47 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Swansea to Huddersfield in 5 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Swansea to Huddersfield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 28 minutes to travel the 166 miles (268 km) from Swansea to Huddersfield by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 51 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Huddersfield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Swansea to Huddersfield in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £47.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Huddersfield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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