4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Swansea
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Swansea will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bridgend for Swansea on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bridgend to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 28 km
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€7 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bridgend to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:06 AM Bridgend | 0h33 | 8:39 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:18 AM Bridgend | 0h41 | 8:59 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:18 PM Bridgend | 0h41 | 12:59 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:12 PM Bridgend | 0h47 | 3:59 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bridgend to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 31m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bridgend to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bridgend and Swansea from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bridgend to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Swansea by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bridgend, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Swansea, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bridgend to Swansea
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on Wildmill Lane adjacent to Litchard Mission Hall
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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