What is the cheapest way to get from London to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from London to Port Talbot is to bus via Cardiff which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from London to Port Talbot is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between London and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between London and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from London to Port Talbot?

The distance between London and Port Talbot is 177 miles. The road distance is 177.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from London to Port Talbot?

The train from London Paddington to Port Talbot Parkway takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London to Port Talbot bus from?

London to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Port Talbot train from?

London to Port Talbot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from London to Port Talbot is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the London to Port Talbot bus arrive?

London to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where does the London to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Port Talbot is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from London to Port Talbot.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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London to Port Talbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 28m
£70–140
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Port Talbot Bus Stationbus Uk940
5h 9m
£21–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 507 / ...
5h 5m
£29–50
Drive 176.6 mi
1. Drive from London to Port Talbotcar 176.6 mi
3h 11m
£45–65

London to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between London, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Port Talbot Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 once daily. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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