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Cardiff to Swansea train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Swansea? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$9.44, with average prices for this route around AU$10.07.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:40 54m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:34 Swansea	Find Tickets
07:47 1h 10m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:57 Swansea	Find Tickets
08:08 54m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:02 Swansea	Find Tickets
08:42 50m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:32 Swansea	Find Tickets
08:47 54m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:41 Swansea	Find Tickets
08:51 1h 14m, Direct Cardiff Central	10:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Swansea train route details

First train

01:11

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

50m

Distance

57 km

Price

AU$9.44*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Swansea

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Swansea during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff to Swansea, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Cardiff to Swansea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Swansea train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Cardiff to Swansea with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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