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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Port Talbot
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Port Talbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Port Talbot will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Swansea for Port Talbot on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Port Talbot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Port Talbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Port Talbot train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Port Talbot trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:36 PM Swansea | 0h27 | 10:03 PM Port Talbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| GW363600 | 7:08 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h37 | 7:45 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L16825 | On time 8:35 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h18 | 8:53 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L64804 | On time 8:41 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h19 | 9:00 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L16827 | On time 9:23 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h18 | 9:41 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L64806 | On time 9:30 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h19 | 9:49 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L16829 | On time 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 0h19 | 10:41 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Port Talbot
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Trains from Swansea to Port Talbot run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Port Talbot trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Port Talbot from $2 (€2). 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 Port Talbot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Port Talbot
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
- 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: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.
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