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 £3 - £7 and takes 1h 37m.

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 drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

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 37m.

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 hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 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 52 min and costs £6 - £16.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Neath takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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 Transport for Wales, 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 52 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 37m.

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.

What is the time difference between Cardiff Central Station and Neath?

Neath is 1h behind Cardiff Central Station. It is currently 8:54 PM in Cardiff Central Station and 7:54 PM in Neath.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Neath train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Neath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, 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 NeathCardiff Central - Swansea / ...
52 min
£6–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bay CampusUk910 / ...
1h 37m
£3–7
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: 52 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 52 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Bay Campus every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 55 min.

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