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Outbound fromSwansea to Abercynon by train
It takes an average of 2h 5m to travel from Swansea to Abercynon by train, over a distance of around 26 miles (42 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Swansea to Abercynon and tickets for this journey start from £7.40 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Swansea to Abercynon by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Swansea to Abercynon? Look no further.
You'll usually find 30 trains per day running between Swansea and Abercynon, which usually take 2 hours 5 minutes to complete the 26 miles (42 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Abercynon by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Swansea to Abercynon start from £7.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Abercynon? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Swansea to Abercynon
Want to know more about your journey from Swansea to Abercynon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Swansea to Abercynon
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Swansea to Abercynon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.