Timetable

Train route

Travel Guide

Cheap Train Tickets

Reading to Swansea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Swansea, starting from 323 kr and averaging 366 kr. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.



tis, 20 maj
ons, 21 maj
From 323 kr
tors, 22 maj
From 323 kr
fre, 23 maj
From 323 kr
lör, 24 maj
From 323 kr
sön, 25 maj
From 323 kr
mån, 26 maj
From 323 kr



Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:04 Reading	07:29 Swansea	7h 25m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:49 Reading	09:02 Swansea	3h 13m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:13 Reading	09:32 Swansea	2h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:13 Reading	10:29 Swansea	2h 16m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:13 Reading	11:30 Swansea	2h 17m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:13 Reading	12:32 Paris	2h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Swansea Train Route Details

First train

00:04

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

2h 14m

Distance

206 km

Price

323 kr*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Swansea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Swansea. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading to Swansea, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Swansea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Swansea Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
󱧢
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
󱧢
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
󱧢
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
󱧢
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.





Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Best Price Promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Save an average of 30% on train fares by splitting your Reading to Swansea journey
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Reading to Swansea from 323 kr

Save an average of 30%* with SplitTickets

Reading to Swansea Train prices and times

Reading to Swansea Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Swansea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

Reading to Swansea Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Best Price Promise

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Kontakta oss

Om

Övriga tjänster