What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Neath?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Neath is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Neath?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Neath is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Neath. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at The Big Cam via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Neath. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Neath via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Neath?

The distance between Basingstoke and Neath is 163 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Neath without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Neath without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Neath?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Basingstoke to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Neath bus from?

Basingstoke to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Neath train from?

Basingstoke to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Neath?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Neath is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Neath bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Neath train arrive?

Basingstoke to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Neath station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Neath is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Basingstoke to Neath.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Neath?

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Where can I stay near Neath?

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Basingstoke to Neath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Neath by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 4m
£61–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
6h 6m
£30–77
Drive 143.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Neath143.7 mi
2h 41m
£36–52
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neath
4h 29m
£50–90

Basingstoke to Neath by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Neath, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to The Big Cam via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 4 in around 6h 6m.

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