The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Airport to Swansea
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Airport to Swansea will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff Airport to Swansea without transferring at least once.
L65377 · L64102
L65384 · L64717
L65369 · L64713
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Compare train and bus for Cardiff Airport to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Airport to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Airport to Swansea trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L65368+ P22616 | On time 8:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h21 | 9:32 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L65368 · L64714 | On time 8:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h30 | 9:41 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L65376 · L64103 | On time 9:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h51 | 11:02 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L65376+ P22618 | On time 9:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h18 | 10:29 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L65383 · L64718 | Delayed 10:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h32 | 11:45 AM 11:45 AMSwansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
L65383+ P22620 | On time 10:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h19 | 11:30 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Cardiff Airport to Swansea trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Cardiff Airport to Swansea. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cardiff Airport to Swansea.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff Airport to Swansea.
- 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 Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cardiff Airport to Swansea.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Cardiff Airport to Swansea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Airport to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Airport to Swansea
Trains from Cardiff Airport to Swansea run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 13:11. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 07:11 |
Last train 13:11 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Cardiff Airport to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Airport and Swansea from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Airport to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Airport to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Airport to Swansea
- 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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