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Cardiff to Skewen Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Skewen? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $3.38, with average prices for this route around $3.52.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:35 Cardiff Central	06:37 Skewen	1h 2m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Cardiff Central	07:40 Skewen	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:47 Cardiff Central	08:43 Skewen	56m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:08 Cardiff Central	09:37 Skewen	1h 29m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:51 Cardiff Central	09:48 Skewen	57m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:06 Cardiff Central	11:38 Paris	1h 32m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff to Skewen Train Route Details

First train

05:35

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Skewen

Journey time

48m

Distance

32 miles

Price

$3.38*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Skewen

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Skewen can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Skewen, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Skewen ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Cardiff to Skewen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Skewen Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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