Pentrebach to Swansea train with Transport for Wales

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  • Transport for Wales
    6:132h02
    Pentre-bach
    8:15Swansea
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    6:432h14
    Pentre-bach
    8:57Swansea
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    7:431h55
    Pentre-bach
    9:38Swansea
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    8:432h17
    Pentre-bach
    11:00Swansea
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    9:431h57
    Pentre-bach
    11:40Swansea
    £311One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Pentrebach to Swansea

The cheapest option from Pentrebach to Swansea is coach, with an average price of £13. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Pentrebach to Swansea among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 42 km

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£42

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£13

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2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 10m

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30m

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3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

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Compare prices and tickets Pentrebach 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Pentrebach to Swansea

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Pentrebach to Swansea, including direct trains, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Lowest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 55m
First train
4:59
Last train
21:13
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Train companies: Transport for Wales from Pentrebach to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Pentrebach and Swansea from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£31
Transport for Wales frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Pentrebach to Swansea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pentrebach 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Pentrebach to Swansea is 42 km.
The first train from Pentrebach to Swansea leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Pentrebach to Swansea departs at 21:13.
Trains from Pentrebach to Swansea run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pentrebach to Swansea.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Pentrebach to Swansea.
To get from Pentrebach to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Pentrebach to Swansea.
The train station in Pentrebach that goes to Swansea is Pentre-Bach (PTB), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
Booking trains from Pentrebach to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Pentrebach to Swansea offers scenic views of the Welsh countryside, featuring rolling hills, lush greenery, and glimpses of the River Taff, making it a pleasant and picturesque route.
To fully experience Swansea, including its beautiful beaches, cultural attractions like the National Waterfront Museum, and nearby natural landscapes such as the Gower Peninsula, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Pentrebach to Swansea.

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Important Stations and Airports in Pentrebach and Swansea

Most Pentrebach to Swansea trains use the Pentre-Bach to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Pentrebach and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Pentrebach
Arrival train stations in Swansea

Which Pentrebach station do trains to Swansea leave from?

Trains from Pentrebach to Swansea leave from Pentre-Bach. The station is 1 km from Pentrebach city centre at Pentre-Bach station, Station Approach, Pentre-Bach, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF48 4BD.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Pentre-Bach from Pentrebach city centre

Bus81, 79, 78 · 2m · £2 · every ~10 min

Pentre-Bach train station facilities and services

Pentre-Bach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Pentre-Bach.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Pentre-Bach: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Pentre-Bach: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to the platform from the main road, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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