How to get from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier by bus and train?

Cardiff to Mumbles Pier - Train Timetable

The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier runs from 08:08 to 22:50, with departures every 20 min-2 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Cardiff to Mumbles Pier by bus and train

To get from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier in Swansea, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cardiff Central station to Swansea station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 49 bus and finally take the 3A bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand W, Swansea station to Pier Hotel, Bracelet Bay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Cardiff may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Mumbles Pier on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 4949
Bus - 3A3A
Walk to Mumbles Pier
Leaves from Cardiff Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Cardiff
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    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Swansea
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Swansea
    54 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Swansea Railway Station, Swansea
    ID swatmpd
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Swansea
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swansea Bus Station Stand X, Swansea
    ID swatmjt
    9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3A3A
    Wait for bus
    3A
    Bracelet Bay
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pier Hotel, Bracelet Bay
    ID swagpwd
    48 min
  • 9
    Walk to Mumbles Pier
    Walk to
    Mumbles Pier
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier

The distance between Cardiff, Swansea and Mumbles Pier, Swansea is approximately 92.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Swansea – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier

To check the bus and train timetable from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cardiff) and destination (Mumbles Pier), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier?

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 49, Bus line 3A.

  • Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Mumbles Pier?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Swansea station near Cardiff in Wales to Swansea Railway Station, Swansea station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Swansea Railway Station, Swansea station near Mumbles Pier in Swansea.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cardiff to Mumbles Pier by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Cardiff in Wales and Mumbles Pier in Swansea by train and bus is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Cardiff to get to Mumbles Pier?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Cardiff and Mumbles Pier?

    Get off the train at the Swansea Railway Station, Swansea stop, which is closest to Mumbles Pier in Swansea.

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