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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Skewen
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Trains from Cardiff to Skewen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 38m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Skewen trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff to Skewen.
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Skewen.
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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 Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Skewen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to Skewen.
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Skewen trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff and Skewen from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Great Western Railway
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Skewen
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FAQs: Cardiff to Skewen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Skewen 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 Skewen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Skewen
Most Cardiff to Skewen trains use the Cardiff Central to Skewen station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Skewen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Skewen station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Skewen from Skewen city centre
Skewen train station facilities and services
Skewen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skewen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skewen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Skewen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skewen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) and Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Station Road via ramps with handrails/, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: 100mts from car park in village centre, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Cardiff to Skewen
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