The average train between Bristol and Neath takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol 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 Bristol and Neath. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Neath at 1:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 59m • 1 change

1h 51m • 1 change

2h 5m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 57m • 1 change

2h 8m • 1 change

2h 7m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 57m • 1 change

2h 8m • 1 change

2h 7m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Neath. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Neath station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Bristol to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Neath station.
Book your Bristol to Neath train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and Neath is 86.6 km. The road distance is 122 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Neath via Cardiff Central in around 1h 37m.