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 18m.

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 18m 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 Sophia Gardens and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

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 7m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Neath?

The distance between Bournemouth and Neath is 223 miles. The road distance is 146.6 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 7m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m 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 7m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Neath bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens 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 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m 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?

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

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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 7m
£93–159
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 201 / ...
5h 51m
£36–64
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Neathcar 145.8 mi
3h 18m
£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 56m
£67–141

Bournemouth to Neath by train

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Neath via Reading in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Alfred Street via Sophia Gardens and Bay Campus in around 5h 51m.

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