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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Bridgend
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Bridgend will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 6 trains that leave Swansea for Bridgend on Wed, Jul 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
G3895512:54 PM0h32Swansea station (SWA)1:26 PMBridgend station (BGN)$111One-way0 transfers- G3919311:27 AM0h40Swansea station (SWA)12:07 PMBridgend station (BGN)$111One-way0 transfers
- G3895310:54 AM0h33Swansea station (SWA)11:27 AMBridgend station (BGN)$131One-way0 transfers
G1504611:22 AM0h33Swansea station (SWA)11:55 AMBridgend station (BGN)$161One-way0 transfers- W3543412:22 PM0h31Swansea station (SWA)12:53 PMBridgend station (BGN)$161One-way0 transfers
- W3543412:22 PM0h31Swansea station (SWA)12:53 PMBridgend station (BGN)$161One-way0 transfers
- W351881:22 PM0h31Swansea station (SWA)1:53 PMBridgend station (BGN)$161One-way0 transfers
- G3895512:54 PM0h32Swansea station (SWA)1:26 PMBridgend station (BGN)$111One-way0 transfers
- G1504611:22 AM0h33Swansea station (SWA)11:55 AMBridgend station (BGN)$161One-way0 transfers
- G3895310:54 AM0h33Swansea station (SWA)11:27 AMBridgend station (BGN)$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m 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 Swansea to Bridgend:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Bridgend costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Bridgend take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (34m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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 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
Swansea to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Bridgend trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15049 | On time 2:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 2:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38957 | Delayed 2:01 PM 2:54 PMSwansea station (SWA) | 0h33 | 2:31 PM 2:31 PMBridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35435 | On time 3:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 3:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39217 | On time 3:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h40 | 4:07 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38300 | On time 3:52 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h33 | 4:25 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35198 | On time 4:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 4:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39231 | On time 4:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h42 | 5:09 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38959 | On time 4:57 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h32 | 5:29 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15050 | On time 5:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 5:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39241 | On time 5:27 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h40 | 6:07 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38303 | On time 5:51 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h30 | 6:21 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35202 | On time 6:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 6:54 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39253 | On time 6:28 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h43 | 7:11 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38306 | On time 6:50 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h32 | 7:22 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35437 | On time 7:19 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h32 | 7:51 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39263 | On time 7:24 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h40 | 8:04 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38312 | On time 7:54 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h30 | 8:24 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15051 | On time 8:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 8:54 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G40090 | On time 8:35 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h33 | 9:08 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38317 | On time 8:52 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h40 | 9:32 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15052 | On time 9:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 9:54 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39273 | On time 9:28 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h41 | 10:09 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39121 | On time 10:32 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h42 | 11:14 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| G38953 | 10:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h33 | 11:27 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15046 | 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h33 | 11:55 AM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39193 | 11:27 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h40 | 12:07 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35434 | 12:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 12:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38955 | 12:54 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h32 | 1:26 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35188 | 1:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h31 | 1:53 PM Bridgend station (BGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Bridgend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Bridgend run on average 7 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Bridgend trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Bridgend from $5 (€4). 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 Swansea to Bridgend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Bridgend
Most Swansea to Bridgend trains use the Swansea to Bridgend station pair, with some services arriving at Wildmill. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Bridgend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Bridgend leave from?
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.
Which Bridgend station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Bridgend from Bridgend city centre
Bridgend train station facilities and services
Bridgend has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgend.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgend: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts, 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(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wildmill from Bridgend city centre
Wildmill is 1 km from Bridgend city centre. Public transport options include:
Wildmill train station facilities and services
Wildmill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wildmill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wildmill: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wildmill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform via a footpath with moderate gradient from Litchard Terrace, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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