The average train between Swinton and Cardiff takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Swinton to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Swinton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swinton is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Swinton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Swinton station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Swinton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Swinton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Swinton to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Swinton and Cardiff is 231.5 km. The road distance is 278 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.