What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Neath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Neath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Neath is 38 miles. The road distance is 40.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay to Neath without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

The train from Cardiff Central to Neath takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Neath train from?

Cardiff Bay to Neath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Neath is 40 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Neath.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Neath?

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Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1128+ hotels available in Neath.

Cardiff Bay to Neath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Bay to Neath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
38 min
£6–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mermaid Quay to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6bus T1c
1h 22m
Drive 40 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay to Neathcar 40 mi
47 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay to Neathtaxi 40 mi
47 min
£85–110

Cardiff Bay to Neath by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Bay, Wales and Neath, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £15–16 and the journey takes 38 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Mermaid Quay to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 twice daily, and the journey takes 55 min.

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