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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Swansea (SWA)

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44

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

51 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 00:44

first / last train

44

direct trains

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Swansea , with 44 of them being direct trains.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Swansea is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 57 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Swansea.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 51 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    06:51
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    07:35
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:44
    56 mins Direct
    07:40
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:16
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    08:22
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:50
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:08
    51 mins Direct
    08:59
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    51 mins Direct
    09:33
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    56 mins Direct
    09:56
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    10:15
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    54 mins Direct
    10:34
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    53 mins Direct
    10:59
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:39
    51 mins Direct
    11:30
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:49
    56 mins Direct
    11:45
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:39
    51 mins Direct
    12:30
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    55 mins Direct
    12:59
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:41
    51 mins Direct
    13:32
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    57 mins Direct
    13:53
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:12
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    14:19
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    51 mins Direct
    14:29
    Cardiff Central
    Swansea
    Cardiff Central to Swansea

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Swansea

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Swansea typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Swansea can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 44 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Swansea

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Swansea.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Swansea, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.