What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Southampton to Port Talbot?

The distance between Southampton and Port Talbot is 148 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £65 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Southampton to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Port Talbot train from?

Southampton to Port Talbot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Port Talbot train arrive?

Southampton to Port Talbot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Port Talbot is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Southampton to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1107+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

Southampton to Port Talbot - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Port Talbot by train, car, or bus

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 Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 23m
£67–176
Drive 142.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Port Talbotcar 142.5 mi
2h 58m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
4h 51m

Southampton to Port Talbot by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central in around 3h 23m.

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