The average train between Birmingham and Neath takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Neath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Neath. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Neath at 1:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Neath? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Neath. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Neath station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Birmingham to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Neath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Neath station.
Book your Birmingham to Neath train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Birmingham and Neath is 158.8 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Neath via Bristol Parkway in around 2h 59m.