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Margate to Swansea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Margate to Swansea, starting from €40.35 and averaging €40.35. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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07:52 5h 38m, Changes required Margate	13:30 Swansea	Find Tickets
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Margate to Swansea Train Route Details

First train

04:33

Last train

22:17

Departure station

Margate

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

5h 14m

Distance

369 km

Price

€40.35*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Swansea

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 Margate to Swansea can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Margate to Swansea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Margate to Swansea ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Margate to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Margate 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:

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