The average train between Brighton and Neath takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton 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 Brighton and Neath. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Neath at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Neath. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Neath station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Brighton to Neath train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Neath train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Neath station.
Book your Brighton to Neath train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Brighton and Neath is 271.4 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Neath via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 44m.