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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Caerphilly
Showing times and prices for 15 Nov
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Caerphilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Caerphilly will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Swindon for Caerphilly 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 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
06:302h22
Swindon08:52Caerphilly
£391One-way
0 changes
09:401h32
Swindon11:12Caerphilly
£401One-way
0 changes
10:411h32
Swindon12:13Caerphilly
£401One-way
0 changes
10:411h32
Swindon12:13Caerphilly
£401One-way
0 changes
09:401h32
Swindon11:12Caerphilly
£401One-way
0 changes
06:302h22
Swindon08:52Caerphilly
£391One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Swindon to Caerphilly train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Caerphilly trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:23
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:10 Swindon | 1h33 | 09:43 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:41 Swindon | 1h31 | 10:12 Caerphilly | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Caerphilly
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Caerphilly run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 32m.
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
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 21:40 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Caerphilly from £14. 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 31m
Cheapest Price
£14
Great Western Rail frequency
16 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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
£70
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Swindon to Caerphilly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Caerphilly can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Caerphilly is by train, costing approximately £14.
To travel from Swindon to Caerphilly, you can take a train.
The train distance from Swindon to Caerphilly is 99 km.
Booking trains from Swindon to Caerphilly in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Swindon to Caerphilly departs at 21:40.
The train journey from Swindon to Caerphilly covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Caerphilly is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Aber (ABE).
The first train from Swindon to Caerphilly leaves at 5:51.
Trains from Swindon to Caerphilly run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Caerphilly.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Two to three days in Caerphilly is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Caerphilly Castle, the scenic countryside, and local markets.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Caerphilly
Swindon
Caerphilly
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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 Swindon.
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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