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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Neath is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Neath is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Neath. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Alfred Street via South Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Dorset to Neath?

The distance between Dorset and Neath is 251 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Neath without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 44m and costs £95 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Neath?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Dorset to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Neath bus from?

Dorset to Neath bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Neath?

The best way to get from Dorset to Neath is to train via Reading which takes 5h 44m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Dorset to Neath bus arrive?

Dorset to Neath bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Neath is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Dorset to Neath.

Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Neath.

Dorset to Neath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to Neath by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 44m
£98–211
Drive 135 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Neath135 mi
3h 4m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus StationCr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temple Meads Stn376
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neath
6h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Cardiff CentralWeymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 55m
£47–90
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple MeadsWeymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 6m
£46–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus StationCr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bay Campus
7h 47m

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Distance: 249.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Neath, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Neath via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Reading in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Alfred Street via South Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bay Campus in around 7h 47m.

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