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

The cheapest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Reading is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Reading is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £130.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Neath Port Talbot to Reading. However, there are services departing from Oakwood and arriving at Bridge Street via Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Neath and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Neath Port Talbot to Reading?

The distance between Neath Port Talbot and Reading is 147 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £130.

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

The train from Neath to Reading takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Neath Port Talbot to Reading bus from?

Neath Port Talbot to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

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

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

Train or bus from Neath Port Talbot to Reading?

The best way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Reading is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Neath Port Talbot to Reading bus arrive?

Neath Port Talbot to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Neath Port Talbot to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath Port Talbot to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath Port Talbot to Reading is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Neath Port Talbot to Reading.

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

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Neath Port Talbot to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Neath Port Talbot to Reading 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 Neath to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 38m
£65–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 508
4h 51m
£31–70
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Neath Port Talbot to Readingcar 139.2 mi
2h 54m
£35–50

Neath Port Talbot to Reading by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Neath to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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