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66 km.
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49 min
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66 km.
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1 h 33 min
Bus
55 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
National Express
Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
Scottish Citylink
Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
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megabus
Buchanan Bus station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
+44 141 352 4444
+44 141 352 4444
[email protected]
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National Express
Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
+44 (0)3717 818181
+44 (0)3717 818181
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Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
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BlaBlaCar
Website
1h 5m
Twice daily
$5.82–$7.59
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Train operators
Found: 3
First Great Western Service
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National Express
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Transport for Wales
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First Great Western Service
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51 min
Hourly
$31.64–$75.95
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
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National Express
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1h 25m
Hourly
$21.52–$30.38
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Transport for Wales
Website
1h 8m
Hourly
$22.78–$35.44
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to rideshare which costs $5 - $6.52 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swansea (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Swansea (Station) is 73 km. The road distance is 66.9 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The train from Cardiff Central to Swansea takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus from?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train from?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is to train which takes 51 min and costs $19.57 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swansea (Station) is 67 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cardiff to Swansea (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Cardiff to Swansea (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Book your Cardiff to Swansea (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swansea (Station)?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Swansea (Station). Prices start at $44.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Swansea (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Swansea (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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