What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Vale of Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Vale of Neath. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Fothergill Road via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

The distance between Cardiff and Vale of Neath is 49 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus from?

Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus arrive?

Cardiff to Vale of Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea University station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Vale of Neath is 35 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neath.

Where can I stay near Vale of Neath?

There are 552+ hotels available in Vale of Neath.

Cardiff to Vale of Neath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Vale of Neath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 9 to Fothergill Roadbus X7 / ...
2h
£18–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea Universitybus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Fothergill Roadbus X7
3h 6m
£8–11
Drive 34.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Vale of Neathcar 34.8 mi
56 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Vale of Neathtaxi 34.8 mi
56 min
£75–95
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 10 to Woolpackbus 8
3h 25m
£17–26

Cardiff to Vale of Neath by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Vale of Neath, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Vale of Neath via Bay Campus and Fothergill Road in around 3h 6m.

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