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Cardiff Central to Swansea train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Swansea? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 4.33, with average prices for this route around AU$ 6.01. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Sep 5
From AU$ 4.33
Sat, Sep 6
From AU$ 5.77
Sun, Sep 7
From AU$ 5.77
Mon, Sep 8
From AU$ 5.77
Tue, Sep 9
From AU$ 5.77
Wed, Sep 10
From AU$ 5.77
Thu, Sep 11
From AU$ 5.77

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:35 Cardiff Central	06:51 Swansea	1h 16m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:39 Cardiff Central	07:29 Swansea	50m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Cardiff Central	07:54 Swansea	1h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:40 Cardiff Central	08:34 Swansea	54m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:47 Cardiff Central	08:57 Swansea	1h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Cardiff Central	09:02 Paris	54m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Swansea train route details

First train

05:35

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Swansea

Journey time

50m

Distance

56 km

Price

AU$ 4.33*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Swansea

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central 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

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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff Central to Swansea, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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 Central to Swansea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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