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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Neath is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Neath is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Neath. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Alfred Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Neath. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Neath via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Neath?

The distance between Bournemouth and Neath is 223 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Neath without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 5m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Bournemouth to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Neath bus from?

Bournemouth to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Neath train from?

Bournemouth to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Neath?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Neath is to train via Reading which takes 4h 5m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £90 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Neath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Neath train arrive?

Bournemouth to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Neath is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bournemouth to Neath.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Neath.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 5m
£90–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
7h 18m
£26–90
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Neathcar 148.4 mi
3h 11m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain
4h 45m
£52–190

Bournemouth to Neath by train

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Neath.

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Neath via Reading in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Alfred Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand E in around 7h 18m.

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