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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swansea to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KWD 1.510, 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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    From KWD 1.510
  • Sat, Jul 26
    From KWD 1.570
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    From KWD 1.570
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    From KWD 1.570
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    From KWD 1.570
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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03:46
Swansea
04:55
Cardiff Central
1h 9m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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04:59
Swansea
05:51
Cardiff Central
52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:29
Swansea
06:21
Cardiff Central
52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:43
Swansea
06:41
Cardiff Central
58m, DirectTransport for Wales
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05:57
Swansea
06:49
Cardiff Central
52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:26
Swansea
07:18
Paris
52m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
03:46
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Swansea
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
51m
Distance
Distance
56 km
Price
Price
KWD 1.510*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Swansea to Cardiff Central. 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swansea to Cardiff Central 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 Swansea to Cardiff Central, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Swansea to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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.

Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Ticket Types

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