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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Swansea

Composite routes from Cardiff to Swansea

Cheapest
48 min
Car
66 km.
from $3
Other
1 h 33 min
Bus
55 km.
from €18.48
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cardiff to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.82–$7.59

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$75.95

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Swansea
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$35.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to rideshare which costs $5 - $6.52 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Swansea (Station) is 73 km. The road distance is 66.9 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The train from Cardiff Central to Swansea takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus from?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train from?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to train which takes 51 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is 67 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cardiff to Swansea (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swansea (Station)?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Swansea (Station). Prices start at $44.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Swansea (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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