The average train between Swansea and Rhondda takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is an hourly train service from Swansea to Rhondda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Swansea and Rhondda. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Rhondda at 1:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 55m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Swansea to Rhondda? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Swansea to Rhondda train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Rhondda train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ystrad Rhondda station.
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The distance between Swansea and Rhondda is 34.4 km. The road distance is 56 km.
You can take a train from Swansea to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 2h 9m.