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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Poole is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Poole. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station 10 and arriving at The George via Port Talbot Bus Station 9, Sophia Gardens and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Poole. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Poole via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Neath to Poole?

The distance between Neath and Poole is 229 miles. The road distance is 142.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Poole without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 52m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Neath to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Neath to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Poole?

The best way to get from Neath to Poole is to train via Reading which takes 4h 52m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Neath to Poole bus arrive?

Neath to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Neath to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Poole is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Neath to Poole.

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

Book your Neath to Poole train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Poole.

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

How to get fromNeath to Poole

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Neath to Poole 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 52m
£93–164
Bus via Slough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 51m
£35–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
8h 27m
£36–60
Drive 141.4 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Poolecar 141.4 mi
3h 10m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
5h 18m
£70–144

Neath to Poole by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Poole via Reading and Bournemouth in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath Bus Station 10 to The George via Port Talbot Bus Station 9, Sophia Gardens, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 27m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.