What is the cheapest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea is to train which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Neath Port Talbot and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Whittington Arms and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Neath Port Talbot and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Neath and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

The distance between Neath Port Talbot and Swansea is 8 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

The train from Neath to Swansea takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Neath Port Talbot to Swansea bus from?

Neath Port Talbot to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Whittington Arms station.

Where do I catch the Neath Port Talbot to Swansea train from?

Neath Port Talbot to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

The best way to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea is to train which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £8 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Neath Port Talbot to Swansea bus arrive?

Neath Port Talbot to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where does the Neath Port Talbot to Swansea train arrive?

Neath Port Talbot to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath Port Talbot to Swansea is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea.

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

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Neath Port Talbot to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Neath Port Talbot to Swansea by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Neath to Swanseatrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
17 min
£2–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whittington Arms to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X7
42 min
£3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath Port Talbot to Swanseataxi 12 mi
25 min
£55–70
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Neath Port Talbot to Swanseacar 12 mi
25 min
£3–5

Neath Port Talbot to Swansea by train

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Neath Port Talbot, Wales and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Neath to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 17 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Whittington Arms to Sainsbury's Quay Parade every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min. Adventure Travel also services this route hourly.

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