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Swansea to Cardiff train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swansea to Cardiff, starting from £ 2.80 and averaging £ 2.80. The entire journey takes no more than 51m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
03:38 Swansea	05:04 Cardiff Central	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:59 Swansea	05:51 Cardiff Central	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:29 Swansea	06:21 Cardiff Central	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:41 Swansea	06:38 Cardiff Central	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:57 Swansea	06:49 Cardiff Central	52m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:26 Swansea	07:18 Paris	52m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Swansea to Cardiff train route details

First train

03:38

Last train

22:55

Departure station

Swansea

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

51m

Distance

56 km

Price

£ 2.80*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff

Travelling 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. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

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, 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 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 ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Swansea to Cardiff 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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