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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Port Talbot to Swansea
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Port Talbot to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Port Talbot 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 3 trains that leave Port Talbot for Swansea every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
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Compare train and coach for Port Talbot to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Talbot 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 12 km
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53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Port Talbot to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Port Talbot 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G55312 | On time 06:23 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h28 | 06:51 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
 P08232 | On time 07:11 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h18 | 07:29 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G55342 | On time 07:26 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h28 | 07:54 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G55315 | On time 08:10 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h24 | 08:34 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G56290 | On time 08:29 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h28 | 08:57 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P08268 | On time 08:40 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0h22 | 09:02 Swansea station (SWA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Port Talbot to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Port Talbot to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 21m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Port Talbot to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Port Talbot and Swansea from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Port Talbot to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot and Swansea
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with lifts
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
- 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: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.
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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
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