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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Swansea
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €13
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €16
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 51 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 52 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 12
- Distance
- 55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Swansea will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 12 trains from Cardiff to Swansea, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
G382769:53 AM 1h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:59 AM Swansea station (SWA) €13 1 One-way 0 transfers- G38279
11:14 AM 0h54 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:08 PM Swansea station (SWA) €13 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38896
1:19 PM 1h01 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) €13 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38844
2:13 PM 0h57 Cardiff Central (CDF) 3:10 PM Swansea station (SWA) €13 1 One-way 0 transfers - G38297_G38968
8:04 AM 0h59 Cardiff Central (CDF) 9:03 AM Swansea station (SWA) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
C500509:44 AM 0h51 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:35 AM Swansea station (SWA) €19 1 One-way 0 transfers- C50048
10:31 AM 0h51 Cardiff Central (CDF) 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) €19 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01228
11:30 AM 0h51 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:21 PM Swansea station (SWA) €19 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01226
1:36 PM 0h52 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:28 PM Swansea station (SWA) €19 1 One-way 0 transfers - C50047
2:36 PM 0h53 Cardiff Central (CDF) 3:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) €19 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Swansea
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Trains from Cardiff to Swansea run on average 8 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 50m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Cardiff to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34650 | Delayed 10:53 PM 10:50 PMCardiff Central (CDF) | 0h53 | 11:43 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 1 | |||||
| G38297_G38968 | 8:04 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h59 | 9:03 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C50050 | 9:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h51 | 10:35 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38276 | 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 10:59 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C50048 | 10:31 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h51 | 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38279 | 11:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h54 | 12:08 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01228 | 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h51 | 12:21 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38282 · W44117 | 12:06 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h40 | 1:46 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
| C01227 | 12:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h53 | 1:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38896 | 1:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h01 | 2:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01226 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h52 | 2:28 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38844 | 2:13 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h57 | 3:10 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C50047 | 2:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h53 | 3:29 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Swansea
Most Cardiff to Swansea trains use the Cardiff Central to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, 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. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Ninian Park train station facilities and services
Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: 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.
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