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Each fare is the lowest adult economy ticket fare found by our customers on Trainline. Fares booked further in advance than the dates displayed may be cheaper. Prices are updated daily, subject to change and indicative of price last update. Limited availability. Discount cards and coach journeys excluded, prices exclusive of booking fee.

Swinderby to Cardiff Central by train

First train

07:52

Last train

10:49

Departure station

Swinderby

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

From 4h 17m

Distance

157 miles (253 km)

Changes

1 change

Price

From £45.10

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

Take the train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central in 4 hours 17 minutes

If you want to travel from Swinderby to Cardiff Central by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Swinderby to Cardiff Central by train to take around 4 hours 27 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 157 miles (253 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cardiff Central. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Swinderby to Cardiff Central start from £45.10 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Swinderby to Cardiff Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Swinderby and Cardiff Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central is 4 hours and 17 minutes.

How much does the train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central cost?

Train ticket prices from Swinderby to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £45.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Swinderby to Cardiff Central. Travelling from Swinderby to Cardiff Central by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central leave?

The first train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central leaves at 07:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central leave?

The last train from Swinderby to Cardiff Central leaves at 10:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Swinderby and Cardiff Central by train?

Trains travelling from Swinderby to Cardiff Central cover a distance of around 157 miles (253 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Swinderby to Cardiff Central

Train tickets from Swinderby to Cardiff Central start at £45.10 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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