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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Rhondda is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Rhondda is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Neath to Rhondda?

The distance between Neath and Rhondda is 57 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £13 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Neath to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Neath to Rhondda is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £13 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 172 bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Neath to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Rhondda is 28 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Neath to Rhondda.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhondda?

There are 642+ hotels available in Rhondda.

Neath to Rhondda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad RhonddaCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 59m
£14–21
Drive 27.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Rhondda27.7 mi
39 min
£7–10
Line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel172
2h 8m
£10–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Rhondda27.7 mi
39 min
£55–75

Neath to Rhondda by train

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1h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Neath, Wales and Rhondda, Wales?

You can take a train from Neath to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel hourly. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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