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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Neath is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Neath is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Neath. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Alfred Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Neath. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Neath via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Leicester to Neath?

The distance between Leicester and Neath is 195 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Neath without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Leicester to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Neath bus from?

Leicester to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Neath train from?

Leicester to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Neath?

The best way to get from Leicester to Neath is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Leicester to Neath bus arrive?

Leicester to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Neath train arrive?

Leicester to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Neath is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Leicester to Neath.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1120+ hotels available in Neath.

Leicester to Neath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester 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
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Neath
4h 17m
£47–157
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Queensway Q1
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Neath
7h 3m
£26–72
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Neath156.3 mi
2h 59m
£39–55
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Neath
5h 54m
£59–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bay Campus111 / ...
7h 7m
£29–66

Leicester to Neath by train

163Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Neath.

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Neath via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Alfred Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Bay Campus in around 7h 7m.

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