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Compare train and coach for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£15 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA):
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Swansea station (SWA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 18m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.85. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 1h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) by train or coach
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Why should you book Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA)
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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:42, the last at 07:42. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 7:42 |
Last train 7:42 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Swansea station (SWA) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Swansea station (SWA)
Most Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Swansea station (SWA) trains use the Cardiff Central to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Swansea station (SWA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: 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.
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