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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Neath is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Neath is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Neath. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Alfred Street via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff 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 to Neath?

The distance between Cardiff and Neath is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £29.

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

Cardiff to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Neath train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Neath?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Neath bus arrive?

Cardiff to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Cardiff to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Neath?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff 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
£12–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Alfred Streetbus X7 / ...
1h 28m
£9–13
Drive 38.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Neathcar 38.7 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Neathtaxi 38.7 mi
49 min
£170–210

Cardiff to Neath by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 38 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Alfred Street via Bay Campus in around 1h 28m.

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