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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Vale of Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Vale of Neath. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Fothergill Road via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

The distance between Cardiff and Vale of Neath is 49 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus from?

Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus arrive?

Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Vale of Neath is 35 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neath.

Where can I stay near Vale of Neath?

There are 845+ hotels available in Vale of Neath.

Cardiff to Vale of Neath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 5 to Fothergill Road906 / ...
1h 59m
Drive 34.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neath34.8 mi
55 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bay CampusUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Fothergill RoadX7
2h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Vale of Neath34.8 mi
55 min
£75–95
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 10 to Pontwalby Bridge8
3h 39m
£11–18

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Vale of Neath via Bay Campus and Fothergill Road in around 2h 51m.

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