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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Neath is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Neath is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Neath. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at The Big Cam via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Neath. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Neath via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Poole to Neath?

The distance between Poole and Neath is 188 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Neath without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Poole to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Neath bus from?

Poole to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Neath train from?

Poole to Neath train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Neath?

The best way to get from Poole to Neath is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £90 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Poole to Neath bus arrive?

Poole to Neath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Neath train arrive?

Poole to Neath train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Neath is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Poole to Neath.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Neath 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 Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neath
5h 6m
£54–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
7h 36m
£24–89
Drive 143.7 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Neath143.7 mi
3h 2m
£36–52
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to NeathLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 11m
£77–176
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neath
6h 20m
£40–70

Poole to Neath by train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.7 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Neath via Southampton Central and Cardiff Central in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Big Cam via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 4 in around 7h 36m.

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