The average train between Barnstaple and Neath takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Neath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Neath. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Neath at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Neath? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Neath. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Neath station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Barnstaple to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Neath station.
Book your Barnstaple to Neath train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Barnstaple and Neath is 67.2 km. The road distance is 307 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Neath via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 57m.