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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Walsall station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Walsall Bus Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Walsall and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Walsall to Port Talbot?

The distance between Walsall and Port Talbot is 161 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Walsall to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Port Talbot bus from?

Walsall to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Walsall to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Walsall to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Walsall to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Walsall to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Walsall to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where does the Walsall to Port Talbot train arrive?

Walsall to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Walsall to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Port Talbot is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Walsall to Port Talbot.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 46m
£78–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 112
5h 33m
£29–68
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Port Talbotcar 136.5 mi
2h 24m
£33–48
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
4h 6m
£71–124
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 17m
£57–119

Walsall to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Walsall to Port Talbot Parkway via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 twice daily. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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