Trains from Swansea to Plymouth

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ SGD 95.31 £55.70
  • Average duration 4h 53m
  • Connections per day 36
  • Distance 140 km
  • CO₂ per person 2 kg

train from Swansea to Plymouth

The journey from Swansea to Plymouth is about 140 km. On average a train trip takes 4h 53m with 36 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ SGD 95.31 £55.70
Trip duration 4h 53m
Connections per day 36
Lowest price ≈ SGD 95.31 £55.70
Highest price ≈ SGD 196.23 £114.68
First departure 03:56 AM
Last departure 06:22 PM
Distance 140 km
Departure Swansea
Arrival Plymouth
Travel operator Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway
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How much does it cost to get from Swansea to Plymouth by train?

Prices will vary when you travel from Swansea to Plymouth. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ SGD 169.18 (£98.87) for a train ticket. You can find train tickets for prices as low as ≈ SGD 95.31 (£55.70), but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.
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On average, a train ticket from Swansea to Plymouth will cost you ≈ SGD 169.18 (£98.87). If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest train tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.

How long will it take me to travel from Swansea to Plymouth by train?

The average journey time is 4h 53m. This is how long it takes to cross the 140 km from Swansea to Plymouth. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from Swansea to Plymouth to take longer than 4h 53m. The journey between Swansea and Plymouth runs for about 140 km and usually takes approximately 4h 53m. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 4h 44m. If you are trying to get from Swansea to Plymouth as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

Which stations are used when traveling from Swansea to Plymouth?

In Swansea, departure stations include . When you arrive in Plymouth, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many times a day do journeys run from Swansea to Plymouth?

If you want to get from Swansea to Plymouth, you can travel with providers such as . You will find a maximum number of departures per day. On average, there are 36 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 0 direct journeys between Swansea and Plymouth. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 36 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Swansea to Plymouth. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Cross Country9.8 kg CO₂
07:43Swansea Railway Station
3h 54m
11:48Plymouth salt rd
≈ SGD 138.60 £81.00
1 changes
Cross Country9.8 kg CO₂
10:23Swansea Railway Station
3h 55m
14:48Plymouth salt rd
≈ SGD 138.60 £81.00
1 changes
Cross Country9.8 kg CO₂
09:23Swansea Railway Station
3h 58m
13:49Plymouth salt rd
≈ SGD 138.60 £81.00
1 changes

Next departures from Swansea to Plymouth

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Great Western Railway ≈ SGD 113.40 £66.27
03:56 Swansea Railway Station
5h 6m · 2 changes
09:34 Plymouth salt rd
Great Western Railway ≈ SGD 113.40 £66.27
03:56 Swansea Railway Station
5h 9m · 3 changes
10:27 Devonport
Great Western Railway ≈ SGD 113.40 £66.27
03:56 Swansea Railway Station
5h 10m · 3 changes
10:28 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
05:25 Swansea Railway Station
4h 50m · 3 changes
12:27 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
05:25 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
12:28 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
05:25 Swansea Railway Station
4h 47m · 2 changes
10:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
05:30 Swansea Railway Station
5h 10m · 2 changes
11:48 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
06:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 55m · 2 changes
11:48 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
06:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 58m · 3 changes
12:27 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
06:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 59m · 3 changes
12:28 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
07:25 Swansea Railway Station
4h 46m · 2 changes
12:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
07:42 Swansea Railway Station
5h 19m · 3 changes
13:38 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
08:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
14:27 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
08:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 52m · 3 changes
14:28 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
08:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 48m · 2 changes
13:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
09:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 47m · 2 changes
14:48 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
09:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
15:46 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
10:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 48m · 2 changes
15:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
10:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
16:47 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
10:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 52m · 3 changes
16:48 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
11:21 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
18:29 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
11:21 Swansea Railway Station
4h 50m · 3 changes
18:28 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
11:21 Swansea Railway Station
4h 47m · 2 changes
16:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
12:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 52m · 3 changes
18:29 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
12:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 48m · 2 changes
17:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
12:23 Swansea Railway Station
4h 51m · 3 changes
18:28 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
13:24 Swansea Railway Station
4h 50m · 2 changes
18:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
13:24 Swansea Railway Station
4h 53m · 3 changes
21:31 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
13:24 Swansea Railway Station
4h 54m · 3 changes
21:32 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
15:26 Swansea Railway Station
4h 47m · 3 changes
21:31 Devonport
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
15:26 Swansea Railway Station
4h 44m · 2 changes
20:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
15:26 Swansea Railway Station
4h 48m · 3 changes
21:32 Dockyard Devon
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 183.59 £107.29
16:22 Swansea Railway Station
4h 50m · 2 changes
21:47 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
17:28 Swansea Railway Station
4h 44m · 2 changes
22:48 Plymouth salt rd
CrossCountry ≈ SGD 233.48 £136.45
18:22 Swansea Railway Station
4h 49m · 2 changes
23:47 Plymouth salt rd
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Carriers on this route

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Great Western Railway (GWR) is a British railway company that operates passenger services between London and the southwest of England, as well as parts of Wales. It was founded in 1833 and was originally known as the Great Western Railway Company. GWR is now owned by FirstGroup. The company is known for its iconic green livery and its historic steam locomotives, including the famous Flying Scotsman.
The Welsh Government owns the non-profit organization Transport for Wales. It is responsible for the procurement and management of passenger rail services in Wales, as well as the development of the Welsh rail network. The company was established in 2018, taking over from Arriva Trains Wales, and operates services across Wales and the Borders. Transport for Wales is a great choice for your journeys within Wales, such as Cardiff to Aberdare or Newport to Swansea, or for your trips in England, like Manchester to Chester or Birmingham to Shrewsbury, and even for your travel between England and Wales.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 9.8kg
bus 10.5kg
flight 28kg
carpool 22.4kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Swansea to Plymouth?

The train journey between Swansea and Plymouth emits 9.8kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Swansea and Plymouth?

Taking the train between Swansea and Plymouth saves 18.2kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.7kg compared to the bus and 12.6kg compared to the car.

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