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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Neath Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Ynysygerwn Avenue Turn via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Neath Port Talbot?

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 Port Talbot?

The distance between Cardiff and Neath Port Talbot is 38 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot?

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 Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot is 36 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath Port Talbot?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot 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
£5–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Ynysygerwn Avenue Turnbus T6
1h 55m
Drive 35.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbotcar 35.8 mi
1h 7m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Neath Port Talbottaxi 35.8 mi
1h 7m
£75–95

Cardiff to Neath Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Neath Port Talbot, 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, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Ynysygerwn Avenue Turn via Bay Campus in around 1h 55m.

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