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Cardiff Central to Swansea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Swansea, starting from KWD 1.540 and averaging KWD 1.650. The entire journey takes no more than 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From KWD 1.540
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    From KWD 1.540
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:35
Cardiff Central
06:51
Swansea
1h 16m, DirectTransport for Wales
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06:38
Cardiff Central
07:28
Swansea
50m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:43
Cardiff Central
07:54
Swansea
1h 11m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:40
Cardiff Central
08:34
Swansea
54m, DirectTransport for Wales
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07:47
Cardiff Central
08:57
Swansea
1h 10m, DirectTransport for Wales
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08:08
Cardiff Central
09:02
Paris
54m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Cardiff Central to Swansea Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:35
Last train
Last train
23:51
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Swansea
Journey time
Journey time
50m
Distance
Distance
35 miles
Price
Price
KWD 1.540*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Swansea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Swansea can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Swansea for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Swansea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Swansea Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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