Swansea to Cardiff Airport train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Swansea to Cardiff Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Swansea to Cardiff Airport take around 1 hour and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 49 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Swansea is scheduled to depart at around  03:52. The last departure is usually at around 21:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Swansea at around 03:59, with the last train leaving at around 21:43. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 48 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$11.52.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cardiff Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cardiff Airport.

Is there a direct train from Swansea to Cardiff Airport?

The journey between Swansea and Cardiff Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Swansea to Cardiff Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Swansea to Cardiff Airport?

The Swansea to Cardiff Airport train travel takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Swansea to Cardiff Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cardiff Airport leaving Swansea at around 03:52 and the last train leaving at around 21:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Swansea at around 03:59, with the final departure at 21:43.