Trains from Swindon to Cardiff from $7.42*

Trains from Swindon to Cardiff from $7.42*

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Swindon to Cardiff Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swindon to Cardiff? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $7.42, with average prices for this route around $7.72. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:01
Swindon (Wilts)
01:20
Cardiff Central
1h 19m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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00:36
Swindon (Wilts)
06:21
Cardiff Central
5h 45m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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00:36
Swindon (Wilts)
06:46
Cardiff Central
6h 10m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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00:36
Swindon (Wilts)
07:47
Cardiff Central
7h 11m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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06:21
Swindon (Wilts)
08:05
Cardiff Central
1h 44m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:41
Swindon (Wilts)
08:38
Paris
57m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Swindon to Cardiff Train Route Details

The Swindon to Cardiff train ticket is from $7.42. The average travel time is 54m, covering a distance of approximately 61 miles. There are usually 32 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
22:40
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
61 miles
Price
Price
$7.42*

Swindon to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Swindon to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cardiff

Trains running from Swindon to Cardiff will typically depart from Swindon (Wilts) and arrive at Cardiff Central. The journey takes around 54m.

Book cheap train tickets from Swindon to Cardiff

Finding cheap train tickets from Swindon to Cardiff 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.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Swindon to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Swindon to Cardiff 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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