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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea (SWA)

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44

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:40
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:56
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:51
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street to Swansea

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Queen Street and Swansea

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street 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 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Swansea. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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