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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Llanelli to Swansea
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llanelli to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llanelli to Swansea will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 5 trains that leave Llanelli for Swansea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
15:240h22Llanelli15:46Swansea£31One-way0 changes- 9:200h21Llanelli9:41Swansea£41One-way0 changes
- 7:270h21Llanelli7:48Swansea£41One-way0 changes
- 16:560h21Llanelli17:17Swansea£51One-way0 changes
- 8:270h21Llanelli8:48Swansea£51One-way0 changes
- 8:270h21Llanelli8:48Swansea£51One-way0 changes
- 16:560h21Llanelli17:17Swansea£51One-way0 changes
- 9:200h21Llanelli9:41Swansea£41One-way0 changes
- 7:270h21Llanelli7:48Swansea£41One-way0 changes
- 15:240h22Llanelli15:46Swansea£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Llanelli to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanelli to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Llanelli to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Llanelli to Swansea trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V16324 | 9:20 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h20 | 9:40 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| V16372 | 10:21 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h19 | 10:40 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| V16323 | On time 10:47 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h16 | 11:03 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| V16320 | On time 11:17 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h20 | 11:37 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W35439 | On time 11:53 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h18 | 12:11 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| V16340 | On time 12:28 Llanelli station (LLE) | 0h19 | 12:47 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llanelli to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Llanelli to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 18m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Llanelli to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Llanelli and Swansea from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Llanelli to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llanelli to Swansea 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Llanelli and Swansea
Most Llanelli to Swansea trains use the Llanelli to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Llanelli and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Llanelli station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Llanelli from Llanelli city centre
Llanelli train station facilities and services
Llanelli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanelli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llanelli. 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 Llanelli: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanelli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanelli: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Llanelli arrive at?
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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