What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swansea docks?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swansea docks. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Union Inn via Elba Crescent Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swansea docks?

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 53 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

The distance between Cardiff and Swansea docks is 42 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Swansea docks without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks without a car is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea docks bus from?

Cardiff to Swansea docks bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea docks train from?

Cardiff to Swansea docks train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea docks bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea docks bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea docks train arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea docks train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swansea docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swansea docks is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Cardiff to Swansea docks.

Where can I stay near Swansea docks?

There are 1229+ hotels available in Swansea docks.

Cardiff to Swansea docks - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Swansea docks by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bay CampusUk910 / ...
1h 18m
£3–6
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 24m
£7–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot ParkwayCardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Union Inn84 / ...
1h 44m
Drive 40.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swansea docks40.2 mi
46 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Swansea docks40.2 mi
46 min
£95–120
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Union InnX1
3h 3m

Cardiff to Swansea docks by bus and foot

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swansea docks, Wales?

FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Bay Campus every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 53 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly.

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