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Cardiff to Swansea Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff to Swansea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 1.530, with average prices for this route around KWD 1.640. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sat, Jun 21
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Mon, Jun 23
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
01:49 Cardiff Central	02:45 Swansea	56m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:42 Cardiff Central	06:52 Swansea	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:36 Cardiff Central	07:56 Swansea	1h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:41 Cardiff Central	08:35 Swansea	54m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:44 Cardiff Central	08:54 Swansea	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:03 Cardiff Central	08:58 Paris	55m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Swansea Train Route Details

First train

01:49

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

51m

Distance

35 miles

Price

KWD 1.530*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Swansea

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Swansea. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Swansea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 to Swansea Train Ticket Types

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Cardiff to Swansea Train prices and times

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