What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath is to train which takes 39 min and costs £4 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Neath. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Alfred Street via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station 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 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Neath is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

The train from Cardiff Central to Neath takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Neath bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Neath train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Neath is to train which takes 39 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Neath bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Neath is 39 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Neath.

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

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Cardiff Central Station to Neath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
39 min
£4–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bay CampusUk940 / ...
1h 52m
£4–8
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Neath38.6 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Neath38.6 mi
49 min
£85–100

Cardiff Central Station to Neath by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Neath, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 39 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Bay Campus every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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