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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cathays (CYS) for Swansea station (SWA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:151h44Cathays (CYS)8:59Swansea station (SWA)£81One-way0 changes
- 7:151h44Cathays (CYS)8:59Swansea station (SWA)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 55 km
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1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) trains for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:30 Cathays (CYS) | 1h38 | 12:08 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 22 June | |||||
| 7:15 Cathays (CYS) | 1h44 | 8:59 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA)
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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 18:32. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 18:32 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cathays (CYS) and Swansea station (SWA) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cathays (CYS) to Swansea station (SWA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea station (SWA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cathays (CYS) and Swansea station (SWA)
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Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
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WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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