The average train between Neath and Penrith takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Neath to Penrith. 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 4 hours between Neath and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 8:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Neath is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Neath to Penrith? 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 Neath to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Penrith station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Neath to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.
Neath to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Neath to Penrith train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Neath and Penrith is 341.1 km. The road distance is 480 km.
You can take a train from Neath to Penrith North Lakes via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 6h 28m.