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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Caerphilly
Showing times and prices for 14 Dec
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Caerphilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Caerphilly will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for Caerphilly every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
09:161h55
Swansea11:11Caerphilly
£121One-way
0 changes
07:292h26
Swansea09:55Caerphilly
£121One-way
0 changes
07:411h30
Swansea09:11Caerphilly
£151One-way
0 changes
08:301h43
Swansea10:13Caerphilly
£191One-way
0 changes
07:411h30
Swansea09:11Caerphilly
£151One-way
0 changes
08:301h43
Swansea10:13Caerphilly
£191One-way
0 changes
09:161h55
Swansea11:11Caerphilly
£121One-way
0 changes
07:292h26
Swansea09:55Caerphilly
£121One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Caerphilly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Caerphilly among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Caerphilly train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Caerphilly trains for tomorrow, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:29 Swansea | 2h26 | 09:55 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:41 Swansea | 1h30 | 09:11 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Swansea | 1h43 | 10:13 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:16 Swansea | 1h55 | 11:11 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Caerphilly
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Trains from Swansea to Caerphilly run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 29m.
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 £5
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 23:15 |
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 £5
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Caerphilly from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£29
Great Western Rail frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£44
first_great_western frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Caerphilly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Caerphilly is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Caerphilly Castle, the scenic countryside, and local markets.
Booking trains from Swansea to Caerphilly in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swansea to Caerphilly offers scenic views of the Welsh countryside, featuring rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming villages.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Caerphilly can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train distance from Swansea to Caerphilly is 50 km.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Caerphilly is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Aber (ABE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Caerphilly.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Caerphilly.
The train journey from Swansea to Caerphilly covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 14 per day.
To get from Swansea to Caerphilly, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Swansea to Caerphilly leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Swansea to Caerphilly departs at 23:15.
Trains from Swansea to Caerphilly run approximately 14 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Caerphilly.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Caerphilly.
Yes, a day trip from Swansea to Caerphilly is feasible. The journey takes 1h 29m and covers 50 km, with a frequency of 14 trips per day for trains.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Caerphilly
Swansea
Caerphilly
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Caerphilly.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Caerphilly is Aber. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aber for your journey to Caerphilly from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Aber
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stops under the bridge on Nantgarw Road
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Caerphilly
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station adjacent to taxi rank
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath.
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
Public transport options for Energlyn & Churchill Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the entrance to the station car park
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