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The average train between Neath and Cardiff takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Neath to Cardiff. 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 every 30 minutes between Neath and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Neath is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:38 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Neath station and arriving at Cardiff Central station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.
Neath to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.
Neath to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Neath and Cardiff is 47.7 km. The road distance is 62 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Neath to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 42 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.
