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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Swansea Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road 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 Central Station 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 52 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Swansea Station is 46 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Swansea takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Swansea Station?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Swansea Station.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station?

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

Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station - 6 ways to travel via train

How to get fromCardiff Central Station to Swansea Station

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 6m
£18–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
1h 33m
£4–8
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Stationcar 41.7 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Stationtaxi 41.7 mi
50 min
£95–120
Bus via Talbot Street
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
1h 42m
£10–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Swansearideshare 40.9 mi
1h 26m
£4–5

Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station by train and foot

331Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff Central Station to Swansea Station.

Launch map view

Distance: 46.2 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Swansea Station, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 52 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.