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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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39

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 24 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:59
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:08
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:25
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    06:38
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:32
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:58
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    07:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:28
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:55
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:23
    Swansea
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Swansea to Cardiff Queen Street

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

First class tickets on trains between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swansea & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Swansea and Cardiff Queen Street, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.