What is the cheapest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Millennium Centre via Bay Campus, Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Neath and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Neath and Cardiff Bay is 38 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

The train from Neath to Cardiff Central takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Neath to Cardiff Bay bus from?

Neath to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Neath Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Neath to Cardiff Bay train from?

Neath to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Neath to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Neath to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Neath to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Neath to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Cardiff Bay is 40 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Neath to Cardiff Bay?

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Neath to Cardiff Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
42 min
£6–16
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 to Bay Campus38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
1h 58m
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay39.9 mi
47 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Cardiff Bay39.9 mi
47 min
£85–110

Neath to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Neath, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Neath to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 42 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 to Millennium Centre via Bay Campus, Kingsway GD, Kingsway GR, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 12, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 1h 58m.

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