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Swansea to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swansea to City Thameslink, starting from NZD 84.76 and averaging NZD 97.10. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 19 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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09:22
3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
12:48
City Thameslink
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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09:27
3 hours 59 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
13:26
City Thameslink
Transport for WalesGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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10:22
3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
13:48
City Thameslink
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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11:22
3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
14:48
City Thameslink
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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11:28
3 hours 50 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
15:18
City Thameslink
Transport for WalesGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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12:22
3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Swansea
15:48
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslink
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Swansea to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train
First train
03:46
Last train
Last train
21:28
Departure station
Departure station
Swansea
Arrival station
Arrival station
City Thameslink
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 19 minutes
Distance
Distance
266 km
Price
Price
NZD 84.76*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to City Thameslink

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Swansea to City Thameslink can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swansea to City Thameslink for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Swansea to City Thameslink, 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%

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 Swansea to City Thameslink 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Swansea to City Thameslink 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:

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