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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which costs £8 - £18 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Prospect Place via Bay Campus and Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Neath and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 39 miles. The road distance is 41.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus and line 9 bus, which costs and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1547+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
57 min
£9–17
Line 38 bus, bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 to Bay Campus38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Prospect Place9
2h 5m
Drive 40.8 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water)40.8 mi
55 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water)40.8 mi
55 min
£85–110

Neath to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train and bus

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57 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.1 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Neath, Wales and Cardiff Bay (Water), 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 Prospect Place via Bay Campus, Kingsway GD, and Kingsway GR in around 2h 5m.

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