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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 43 trains that leave Swindon station (SWI) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
W346098:081h28Swindon station (SWI)9:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes- W3464118:091h30Swindon station (SWI)19:39Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- C4218019:081h29Swindon station (SWI)20:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- C4218120:091h28Swindon station (SWI)21:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- W346057:121h25Swindon station (SWI)8:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- W346057:121h25Swindon station (SWI)8:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- W346098:081h28Swindon station (SWI)9:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- C4218120:091h28Swindon station (SWI)21:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- C4218019:081h29Swindon station (SWI)20:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
- C4217511:111h29Swindon station (SWI)12:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 97 km
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£31 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C04999 · W34607 | 6:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h54 | 8:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34605 | 7:12 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h25 | 8:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80569+ G01091 | 7:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h56 | 9:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34667 · W34967 | 7:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h49 | 9:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34609 | 8:08 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h28 | 9:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42185 · C42699 | 8:21 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h54 | 10:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35062+G01094 | 8:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h55 | 10:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34671 · C42255 | 8:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h56 | 10:52 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42174 | 9:08 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h33 | 10:41 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42186 · C42700 | 9:23 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h47 | 11:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42281+G01097 | 9:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h55 | 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34676 · C42257 | 9:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h49 | 11:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34615 | 10:07 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h33 | 11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42309 · C42701 | 10:35 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h37 | 12:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42187 · W34983 | 10:56 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h54 | 12:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42175 | 11:11 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h29 | 12:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42203 · C42702 | 11:35 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h35 | 13:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34621 | 12:07 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 13:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42313 · C42704 | 12:33 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h38 | 14:11 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34692 · W34995 | 12:58 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h52 | 14:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34625 | 13:08 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h29 | 14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42190 · C42706 | 13:25 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h47 | 15:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35072+G01108 | 13:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h55 | 15:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42191 · C42263 | 13:59 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h47 | 15:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42176 | 14:06 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 15:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42317 · C42708 | 14:34 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h41 | 16:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34631 | 15:07 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 16:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42193 · C48823 | 15:24 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h44 | 17:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35076+G01115 | 15:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h56 | 17:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34635 | 16:07 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 17:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42194 · C42709 | 16:26 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h52 | 18:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Y80572+G01117 | 16:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h56 | 18:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W35420 | 17:07 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 18:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42196 · C42710 | 17:22 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h00 | 19:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42282+G01120 | 17:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h55 | 19:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34641 | 18:09 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h30 | 19:39 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35081+G01121 | 18:30 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h52 | 20:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42180 | 19:08 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h29 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35083+G01123 | 19:25 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h57 | 21:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| C42181 | 20:09 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h28 | 21:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42330 · C42713 | 20:34 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h44 | 22:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34650 | 21:05 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h36 | 22:41 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42201 · C42278 | 21:29 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h26 | 23:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 55m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:01 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon station (SWI) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon station (SWI) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Swindon station (SWI) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Swindon to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon station (SWI) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: 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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Most popular train connections from Swindon station (SWI)
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