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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Swansea to Cardiff

Composite routes from Swansea to Cardiff

Cheapest
48 min
Car
67 km.
from $3
Other
1 h 20 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 Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff
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 Swansea to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.82–$10.76

Train operators

First Great Western Service

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

National Express

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

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Swansea to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$35.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs $5 - $9.24 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Cardiff?

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

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Swansea to Cardiff?

The distance between Swansea and Cardiff is 73 km. The road distance is 67.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Cardiff?

The train from Swansea to Cardiff Central takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cardiff bus from?

Swansea to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Swansea to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swansea to Cardiff is to train which takes 55 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 1h 20m. There are no good options to fly between Swansea to Cardiff.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swansea to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Cardiff is 68 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Swansea to Cardiff.

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

Book your Swansea to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.

Can I share a ride from Swansea to Cardiff?

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