The average train between Leicester and Neath takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Neath. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Neath at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Neath. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Neath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Leicester to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Neath station.
Book your Leicester to Neath train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leicester and Neath is 212.2 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Neath via Birmingham New Street and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 47m.