4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Llanelli to Swansea
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
6
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 6 trains that leave Llanelli for Swansea every day 6 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 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
G56050G56052G55313G58021G56284
G04966G56284G56050G56052G55313
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £2. 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 £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 17 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company | Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Llanelli to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Llanelli to Swansea trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:54 Llanelli | 0h22 | 10:16 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:57 Llanelli | 0h19 | 12:16 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:23 Llanelli | 0h23 | 16:46 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:55 Llanelli | 0h21 | 18:16 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:01 Llanelli | 0h20 | 21:21 Swansea | 0 changesdirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Llanelli to Swansea by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
06 Dec
07 Dec
08 Dec
09 Dec
10 Dec
11 Dec
12 Dec
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 £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 17m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Llanelli to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Llanelli and Swansea from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Great Western Rail
first_great_western
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
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance on Great Western Terrace
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
Most popular train connections from Llanelli
More options for your journey from Llanelli to Swansea
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Swansea and Llanelli
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
