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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cwmbran to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cwmbran to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cwmbran to Swansea:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cwmbran to Swansea costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 57m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cwmbran to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Cwmbran to Swansea trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:19 PM Cwmbran | 1h23 | 5:42 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- 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 or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cwmbran to Swansea.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cwmbran to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cwmbran to Swansea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway from Cwmbran to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Cwmbran and Swansea from $7 (€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: Trains from Cwmbran to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran to Swansea
Most Cwmbran to Swansea trains use the Cwmbran to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Cwmbran and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cwmbran station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Cwmbran from Cwmbran city centre
Cwmbran train station facilities and services
Cwmbran has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cwmbran.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cwmbran. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cwmbran: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cwmbran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cwmbran: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Swansea station do trains from Cwmbran arrive at?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: 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.
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