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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Risca to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Risca to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 58 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Risca to Swansea
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Trains from Risca to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 21:28 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Risca to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Risca and Swansea from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Risca to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Risca 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 Risca and Swansea
Most Risca to Swansea trains use the Risca & Pontymister to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Risca and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Risca station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Risca & Pontymister from Risca city centre
Risca & Pontymister train station facilities and services
Risca & Pontymister has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Risca & Pontymister.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Risca & Pontymister: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Risca & Pontymister: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Risca & Pontymister: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. The platforms are accessible. Platform 1 (to Ebbw Vale) is accessible from the car park. Access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is via Mill Street, however this involves a long detour. There is no set down and pick up point for Platform 2, 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.
Which Swansea station do trains from Risca 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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