The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea station (SWA) for Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
11:311h38Swansea station (SWA)13:09Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA)£71One-way0 changes
11:311h38Swansea station (SWA)13:09Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA)£71One-way0 changes
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA)
Trains from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 13:52. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 7:52 |
Last train 13:52 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea station (SWA) and Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea station (SWA) to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) 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 Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea station (SWA) and Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA)
- 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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