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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Central, starting from 43,14 kr and averaging 67,98 kr. The entire journey takes no more than 52m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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sön, 29 juni
From 49,68 kr
mån, 30 juni
From 49,68 kr
tis, 1 juli
From 49,68 kr
ons, 2 juli
From 49,68 kr
tors, 3 juli
From 49,68 kr
fre, 4 juli
From 43,14 kr
lör, 5 juli

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
07:55 Swansea	08:48 Cardiff Central	53m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:35 Swansea	09:28 Cardiff Central	53m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:41 Swansea	09:37 Cardiff Central	56m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:23 Swansea	10:16 Cardiff Central	53m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:30 Swansea	10:25 Cardiff Central	55m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:22 Swansea	11:17 Paris	55m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train

07:55

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Swansea

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

52m

Distance

56 km

Price

43,14 kr*

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

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

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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Swansea to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Swansea to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Swansea to Cardiff Central Train Route Details