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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Llanelli to Swansea
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llanelli to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llanelli to Swansea will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Llanelli for Swansea on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
10:24 AM0h20Llanelli10:44 AMSwansea$61One-way0 transfers- 11:24 AM0h20Llanelli11:44 AMSwansea$61One-way0 transfers
- 11:24 AM0h20Llanelli11:44 AMSwansea$61One-way0 transfers
- 10:24 AM0h20Llanelli10:44 AMSwansea$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Llanelli to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanelli to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Llanelli to Swansea:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Llanelli to Swansea costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Swansea take longer:
Bus takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (20m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Llanelli to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Llanelli to Swansea trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:26 PM Llanelli | 0h22 | 5:48 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 10:24 AM Llanelli | 0h20 | 10:44 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:24 AM Llanelli | 0h20 | 11:44 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llanelli to Swansea
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Trains from Llanelli to Swansea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Llanelli to Swansea trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Llanelli and Swansea from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Llanelli to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llanelli 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 Llanelli to Swansea
Most Llanelli to Swansea trains use the Llanelli to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Llanelli and Swansea train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Llanelli station do trains to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Llanelli from Llanelli city centre
Llanelli train station facilities and services
Llanelli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanelli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llanelli. 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 Llanelli: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanelli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanelli: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swansea station do trains from Llanelli 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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