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Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £16.50, with average prices for this route around £27.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	09:32 Swansea	4h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	09:41 Swansea	4h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Manchester Piccadilly	11:03 Swansea	4h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Manchester Piccadilly	11:42 Swansea	4h 12m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:30 Manchester Piccadilly	12:32 Swansea	4h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:03 Manchester Piccadilly	13:30 Paris	4h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea train route details

First train

05:11

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

4h 2m

Distance

148 miles

Price

£16.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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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
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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

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