Trains from Swansea to Cardiff Central from $4.75*

Trains from Swansea to Cardiff Central from $4.75*

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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Swansea to Cardiff Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $4.75, with average prices for this route around $15.22.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Sep 18
    Wed
    From $4.88
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    Thu
    From $4.88
  • Sep 20
    Fri
    From $4.75
  • Sep 21
    Sat
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    Sun
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  • Sep 23
    Mon
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  • Sep 24
    Tue
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  • 08:52
    Swansea
    09:49
    Cardiff Central
    57m, Direct
    Transport for Wales
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  • 09:06
    Swansea
    10:13
    Cardiff Central
    1h 7m, Direct
    Transport for Wales
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  • 09:23
    Swansea
    10:15
    Cardiff Central
    52m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 09:52
    Swansea
    10:48
    Cardiff Central
    56m, Direct
    Transport for Wales
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  • 10:23
    Swansea
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    52m, Direct
    Great Western Railway
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  • 10:55
    Swansea
    11:51
    Paris
    56m, Direct
    Transport for Wales
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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

The Swansea to Cardiff Central train ticket is from $4.75. The average travel time is 52m, covering a distance of approximately 55 mile. There are usually 45 daily trains provided by Transport for Wales,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
03:46
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
52m
Distance
Distance
55 mile
Price
Price
$4.75*
Train operators
Train operators
Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway

Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff Central

Every day, up to 45 train depart from Swansea and arrive in Cardiff Central, with the shortest journey taking 52m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Central

Finding cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Central doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups 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.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Swansea to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Swansea to Cardiff Central cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.