What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Neath East?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Neath East is to bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Neath East?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Neath East is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Neath East?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Neath East. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Metal Box via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Neath East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Neath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Neath East?

The distance between Cardiff and Neath East is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Neath East without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath East without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Neath East?

The train from Cardiff Central to Neath takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Neath East bus from?

Cardiff to Neath East bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Neath East train from?

Cardiff to Neath East train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Neath East?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Neath East is to train which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Neath East bus arrive?

Cardiff to Neath East bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Cardiff to Neath East train arrive?

Cardiff to Neath East train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Neath station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Neath East?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Neath East is 38 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Cardiff to Neath East.

Where can I stay near Neath East?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Neath East.

Cardiff to Neath East - 6 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Neath East by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
58 min
£12–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Metal Boxbus X5
1h 40m
£9–13
Train, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 5 to Metal Boxbus 87 / ...
1h 37m
£14–27
Drive 37.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Neath Eastcar 37.5 mi
45 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Neath Easttaxi 37.5 mi
45 min
£160–200
Train via Briton Ferry
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Briton Ferrytrain Cardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
1h 11m
£12–20

Cardiff to Neath East by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Neath East, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 38 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Neath East via Bay Campus and Metal Box in around 1h 40m.

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