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How to get from Swansea to Cardiff by train?

From Swansea to Cardiff by train

Take one direct train from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Swansea station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min.

53min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Swansea

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Swansea
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Swansea to Cardiff

The distance between Swansea, Wales and Cardiff, Wales is approximately 45.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Swansea to Cardiff by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wales – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Swansea

Swansea is located at Swansea, Wales and the nearest public transport station is High Street Station , Swansea.

Bus stations close to Swansea:

  • High Street Station , Swansea
  • Swansea
  • High Street Station, Swansea

Public transport stations close to Cardiff, Wales

Cardiff is located at Cardiff, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Wood Street Jr, Cardiff.

Train stations close to Cardiff:

  • Heath
  • Cardiff Central

Bus stations close to Cardiff:

  • Wood Street Jr, Cardiff
  • Philharmonic Jp, Cardiff
  • Lower St Mary Street Nb, Cardiff

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Swansea and Cardiff in Wales?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales in 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from London Paddington station near Swansea to Cardiff Central station near Cardiff in Wales.

  • How long does it take to travel from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales by train?

    The total travel time between Swansea and Cardiff in Wales by train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Swansea to get to Cardiff in Wales?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the London Paddington station near Swansea in Wales.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Swansea and Cardiff in Wales?

    Get off the train at the Cardiff Central station, which is closest to Cardiff in Wales.

  • When is the first train from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales?

    The first train from Swansea to Cardiff in Wales is Great Western Railway. It leaves the Swansea station at 04:46.

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