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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Cardiff
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€15
Fastest journey on Sep 12
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
52 m
Trains on Sep 12
40
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Cardiff will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 40 trains from Swansea to Cardiff, including 40 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 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 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 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.
G389465:39 AM0h58Swansea station (SWA)6:37 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€101One-way0 transfers- G389528:54 AM0h56Swansea station (SWA)9:50 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G391728:28 AM1h10Swansea station (SWA)9:38 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G3829011:56 AM0h50Swansea station (SWA)12:46 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G3919411:26 AM1h12Swansea station (SWA)12:38 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G3829011:56 AM0h50Swansea station (SWA)12:46 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G382879:56 AM0h50Swansea station (SWA)10:46 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
- G382931:53 PM0h52Swansea station (SWA)2:45 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€121One-way0 transfers
C4229212:24 PM0h53Swansea station (SWA)1:17 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€181One-way0 transfers- W351686:23 AM0h53Swansea station (SWA)7:16 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 55 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Cardiff:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Cardiff costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Live departures
Swansea to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Cardiff trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G39205 | On time 1:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h11 | 2:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38294 | On time 1:52 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h51 | 2:43 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15049 | On time 2:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h52 | 3:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38957 | On time 2:54 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h55 | 3:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35435 | On time 3:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h52 | 4:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39217 | On time 3:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h11 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38300 | On time 3:52 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 4:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35198 | On time 4:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h52 | 5:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39231 | On time 4:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h11 | 5:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38959 | On time 4:57 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 5:51 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15050 | On time 5:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h52 | 6:14 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| W35158 | 3:56 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 4:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35164 | 5:25 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 6:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38946 | 5:39 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h58 | 6:37 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35165 | 5:52 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 6:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35168 | 6:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 7:16 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39157 | 6:28 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h10 | 7:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42288 | 6:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 7:48 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35172 | 7:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h55 | 8:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39164 | 7:27 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h11 | 8:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35174 | 7:47 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 8:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38283 | 7:52 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 8:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42289 | 8:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 9:16 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39172 | 8:28 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h10 | 9:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38952 | 8:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h56 | 9:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42290 | 9:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 10:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39182 | 9:28 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h10 | 10:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38287 | 9:56 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h50 | 10:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35181 | 10:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 11:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38954 | 10:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h56 | 11:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35184 | 11:21 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h55 | 12:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39194 | 11:26 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h12 | 12:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38290 | 11:56 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h50 | 12:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42292 | 12:24 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h53 | 1:17 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38956 | 12:56 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h54 | 1:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42293 | 1:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h57 | 2:17 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Cardiff
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Trains from Swansea to Cardiff run on average 8 times per day, taking around 57m. 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 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 51m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Cardiff 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 Swansea to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Cardiff
Most Swansea to Cardiff trains use the Swansea to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
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 Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
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