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Compare train and coach for Swindon to Caerphilly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Caerphilly among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 99 km
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Why should you book Swindon to Caerphilly trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swindon to Caerphilly.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Caerphilly
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Trains from Swindon to Caerphilly run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 25m.
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 £14
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 21:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 £14
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Railway, 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 Railway
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 Railway frequency
15 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
£68
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 £22, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Swindon to Caerphilly covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 2h 25m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Caerphilly is 99 km.
The first train from Swindon to Caerphilly leaves at 5:51.
The last train from Swindon to Caerphilly departs at 21:40.
Trains from Swindon to Caerphilly run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Caerphilly.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Caerphilly.
To get from Swindon to Caerphilly, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Caerphilly.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Caerphilly is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Aber (ABE).
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Caerphilly is by coach, costing approximately £14.
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 train journey from Swindon to Caerphilly offers scenic views of the countryside, including lush landscapes and rolling hills, particularly as you approach the picturesque surroundings of South Wales.
Yes, a day trip from Swindon to Caerphilly is feasible with a travel time of 2h 25m and a distance of 99 km. There are 16 trains per day.
Two to three days in Caerphilly is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Caerphilly Castle, the scenic countryside, and local markets.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Caerphilly.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Caerphilly
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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
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
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
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