Day trip from Swansea to Cardiff by train
How to get from Swansea to Cardiff by train?
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 51m.
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Train tickets to Swansea
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Showing the fastest and cheapest results for Sep 07
Results include alternative arrival locations to Swansea
W346487:48 PM2h47London Paddington (PAD)10:35 PMSwansea station (SWA)€741One-way0 transfers- G149458:48 PM2h53London Paddington (PAD)11:41 PMSwansea station (SWA)€741One-way0 transfers
- W3461810:48 AM2h42London Paddington (PAD)1:30 PMSwansea station (SWA)€791One-way0 transfers
Best day trips from Swansea by train
The most popular day trips by train from Swansea are Cardiff, Bristol, Newport, Carmarthen, and Llanelli. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Swansea on Omio.
Day trip from Swansea to Bristol by train
How to get from Swansea to Bristol by train?
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 48m.
Day trip from Swansea to Newport by train
How to get from Swansea to Newport by train?
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 11m.
Day trip from Swansea to Carmarthen by train
How to get from Swansea to Carmarthen by train?
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 48m.
Day trip from Swansea to Llanelli by train
How to get from Swansea to Llanelli by train?
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 16m.
Popular trains to and from Swansea
Popular trains to Swansea
Cardiff to Swansea train
from €3
Direct trains available
0h51 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- Transport for Wales
- Great Western Railway
Cardiff Airport to Swansea train
from €5
Direct trains available
1h18 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- Transport for Wales
- Great Western Railway
Pembroke Dock to Swansea train
from €11
Direct trains available
2h11 average duration
3trains per day
Served by
- Transport for Wales
Bristol to Swansea train
from €12
Direct trains available
1h41 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Great Western Railway
- Transport for Wales
Fishguard to Swansea train
from €12
Direct trains available
1h42 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- Transport for Wales
Popular trains from Swansea
Swansea to Cardiff train
from €5
Direct trains available
0h51 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- Great Western Railway
- Transport for Wales
Swansea to Carmarthen train
from €6
Direct trains available
0h48 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Great Western Railway
- Transport for Wales
Swansea to London train
from €49
Direct trains available
2h46 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Great Western Railway
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to Swansea trainsTravel to Swansea on Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€52
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€180
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
station information and services
Train stations in Swansea
Check where to Swansea trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
SwanseaSwansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · €4 · every ~3 min
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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