Halloween Ghost Train in Swansea

The Halloween Ghost Train in Swansea sees the Swansea Bay Rider land train get a spooky makeover for special ghostly rides during the October half-term. Passengers climb aboard at Blackpill Lido for a ride along the scenic promenade, with departures each afternoon and evening from Monday 26 to Saturday 31 October. It’s an easy way to fit some Halloween fun into the school holidays without planning a whole day around it.

What to Expect from the Halloween Ghost Train in Swansea

Children are encouraged to dress up in their best Halloween costumes, so expect plenty of witches, skeletons and tiny pumpkins on board adding to the eerie atmosphere. Each ride lasts approximately 45 minutes, which is long enough to feel like a real outing without being too much for little legs. Every child also receives an “I Survived the Halloween Ghost Land Train 2026” certificate to remember their ghostly adventure, which makes a nice keepsake.

The earlier session is a gentler, less scary option for younger children and visitors with additional learning needs. If your family has a mix of ages or confidence levels, it’s worth a look, and older children will still enjoy the spooky theme.

Dates and Times

Trains depart from and return to Blackpill Lido at 2.30pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm, 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm each day. Allow a little extra time to get parked, find your carriage and settle in before departure.

Where to Find the Halloween Ghost Train in Swansea

The ghost train leaves from and returns to Blackpill Lido on Mumbles Road. There is space in the Blackpill Lido office for prams, and a carriage at the back is suitable for a wheelchair user. Please note that no dogs are allowed, except for guide and service dogs.

Tickets and Pricing

Tickets for the Halloween Ghost Train in Swansea are £8.50 and advance booking is required. Children aged 1 and under can travel free on an adult’s lap, while anyone aged 2 and over needs their own seat at full price. Tap the Book Tickets button on this page to reserve your places.

Tickets can’t be bought after 8am on the day of travel, so book ahead to avoid disappointment. The team will do their best to sit families together, but this isn’t always possible, which is worth knowing if you have lots of little ones to keep an eye on.

If you don’t want to miss this event, tap the Add to Calendar button so it is saved on your phone and easy to plan around. For more ideas and inspiration for your next family days out, explore our What’s On in West Wales Halloween events, updated daily with family friendly events happening across the region for all ages.