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Swansea to Cardiff Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Bay, starting from RUB 342.29 and averaging RUB 342.29. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:52 1h 32m, Changes required Swansea	17:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:22 1h 14m, Changes required Swansea	17:36 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:29 1h 37m, Changes required Swansea	18:06 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
16:52 1h 32m, Changes required Swansea	18:24 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
17:22 1h 14m, Changes required Swansea	18:36 Cardiff Bay	Find Tickets
17:52 1h 14m, Changes required Swansea	19:06 Paris	Find Tickets

Swansea to Cardiff Bay Train Route Details

First train

04:59

Last train

21:28

Departure station

Swansea

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

1h 14m

Distance

57 km

Price

RUB 342.29*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Bay

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Bay during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swansea to Cardiff Bay for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Swansea to Cardiff Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Swansea to Cardiff Bay ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Swansea to Cardiff Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Swansea to Cardiff Bay train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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