The average train between Ely and Neath takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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 Ely and Neath. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Neath at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely 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 Ely to Neath. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Neath station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Ely to Neath train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Neath train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Neath station.
Book your Ely to Neath train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ely and Neath is 289.9 km. The road distance is 410 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Neath via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 41m.