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Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street train prices and times
Planning a journey from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as KRW 5,665, with average prices for this route around KRW 5,665. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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16:25 Swansea | 17:30 Cardiff Queen Street | 1h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:53 Swansea | 18:03 Cardiff Queen Street | 1h 10m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:21 Swansea | 18:30 Cardiff Queen Street | 1h 9m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:51 Swansea | 19:03 Cardiff Queen Street | 1h 12m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:23 Swansea | 19:30 Cardiff Queen Street | 1h 7m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:37 Swansea | 19:48 Paris | 1h 11m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street train route details

First train
07:50

Last train
20:55

Journey time
53m

Distance
35 miles

Price
KRW 5,665*
How to book cheap train tickets from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
- Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.