London Paddington to Swansea Trains From £43.50*

Plan your journey from London Paddington to Swansea with trains from Great Western Railway taking as little as 2 hr 39 min. Spanning 260 km (162 miles), the journey provides plenty of opportunity for window gazing, with the Severn Estuary and Welsh countryside offering views of rolling hills, and the approach to Swansea passing the rugged seascape across the Gower Peninsula.

This direct route is served by Great Western Railway, a train operator providing both long-distance and commuter services from London to South Wales and the West Country.

Departing from London Paddington

Located in the Paddington area of London, the main entrance to London Paddington is located on Praed Street. Depending on where you are coming from, you can reach the station by foot, with the London Underground or on the Elizabeth Line.

London Paddington is a major transport hub with beautiful architecture, offering connections to West London, South West England and South Wales thanks to Great West Railway. It is also linked to Heathrow Airport with the Heathrow Express. 

Main stops

Direct trains from London Paddington to Swansea usually stop at Reading, Swindon, Bristol Parkway, Newport, Cardiff Central and Neath, among others. Stops will vary according to your route and departure time, so make sure to check train details before booking.

Arriving at Swansea

Swansea station is the only railway station currently serving this south Wales city. Its central location is just a kilometre from the heart of the city, meaning in under 15 minutes you can arrive at the Quadrant Shopping Centre for some browsing, or uncover the ancient history of Swansea Castle.

You can find both local and long-distance train services running at Swansea station. Transport for Wales offers frequent services to Cardiff, West Wales and Manchester Piccadilly, while Great Western Railway provides direct trains to London Paddington and Bristol.

Great Western Railway train classes

Choose between two seating classes on your Great Western Railway train from London Paddington to Swansea.

• Standard Class: Comfy seating and free Wi-Fi can be found on board, as well as power points and tables.
• First Class: London Paddington to Swansea First Class train tickets provide you with roomier and more comfortable seating, large tables, and a premium catering service. Your ticket also includes access to First-Class lounges at Paddington station.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

Ensure effortless travel on your London to Swansea train thanks to our top tips for travelling with Great Western Railway.

• Luggage: Up to three pieces of luggage to be stowed overhead and under seats, with limited large luggage space at carriage doors. No oversized luggage permitted.
• Bicycles: Departures from Paddington between 16:00 and 19:00 require reservations for bikes. No restrictions for folding bikes. No e-scooters.
• Children: Prams to be folded and stowed. Baby changing facilities available. Save on family travel with Family Tickets for up to two adults and four children.
• Pets: Up to two pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead unless in a carrier. Pet carriers should not take up passenger space. Pet access to the Pullman dining car is restricted to assistance dogs. 
• Passenger Assist: GWR offers assistance to passengers with reduced mobility or disabilities, including help planning and booking travel, boarding and disembarking trains, navigating stations and help with luggage.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.