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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Llanelli
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Llanelli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Llanelli will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Llanelli 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 17 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.
6:570h17Swansea7:14Llanelli£31One-way0 changes- 10:070h15Swansea10:22Llanelli£51One-way0 changes
- 10:070h15Swansea10:22Llanelli£51One-way0 changes
- 6:570h17Swansea7:14Llanelli£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Llanelli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Llanelli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 17 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Llanelli train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Llanelli trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:20 Swansea | 0h15 | 8:35 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:09 Swansea | 0h15 | 9:24 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:50 Swansea | 0h21 | 14:11 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 Swansea | 0h54 | 17:54 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:36 Swansea | 0h18 | 17:54 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:35 Swansea | 0h19 | 18:54 Llanelli | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Llanelli
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Trains from Swansea to Llanelli run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 15m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Llanelli trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Llanelli from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Llanelli train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Llanelli 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 Llanelli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Llanelli
Most Swansea to Llanelli trains use the Swansea to Llanelli station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Llanelli train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Llanelli leave from?
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.
Which Llanelli station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Llanelli from Llanelli city centre
Llanelli train station facilities and services
Llanelli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanelli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llanelli. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanelli: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanelli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanelli: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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