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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontyclun to Swansea
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontyclun to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontyclun to Swansea will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pontyclun for Swansea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Pontyclun to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontyclun to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 40 km
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pontyclun to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontyclun to Swansea trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:07 Pontyclun | 0h57 | 11:04 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:33 Pontyclun | 0h59 | 23:32 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 17 December | |||||
| 04:54 Pontyclun | 0h57 | 05:51 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontyclun to Swansea
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Trains from Pontyclun to Swansea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 57m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail from Pontyclun to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Pontyclun and Swansea 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: Pontyclun to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontyclun 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Pontyclun and Swansea
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- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are in Cowbridge Road and Llantrisant Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside The Windsor pub adjacent to the station car park
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HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket 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
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