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Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $25.66, with average prices for this route around $40.92.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, May 2From $26.12
- Sat, May 3From $34.83
- Sun, May 4From $25.66
- Mon, May 5From $34.83
- Tue, May 6From $34.83
- Wed, May 7From $34.83
- Thu, May 8
Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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03:46 Swansea | 09:13 Manchester Piccadilly | 5h 27m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:29 Swansea | 09:59 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 30m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:43 Swansea | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 30m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:26 Swansea | 10:59 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 33m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:31 Swansea | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly | 4h 42m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:54 Swansea | 11:13 Paris | 4h 19m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
03:46

Last train
23:31

Journey time
4h 19m

Distance
148 miles

Price
$25.66*
How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.

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 Manchester Piccadilly 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%
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 Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly, 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 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 Manchester Piccadilly 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 Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly Train Ticket Types
Save money on your trip from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.