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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Port Talbot?

The distance between Plymouth and Port Talbot is 199 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot, including transfers.

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

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

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

Plymouth to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Plymouth to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Plymouth to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Plymouth to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Port Talbot is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Plymouth to Port Talbot.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Plymouth to Port Talbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Plymouth to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 58m
£83–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 201 / ...
5h 21m
£30–50
Drive 177 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Port Talbotcar 177 mi
3h 2m
£44–63
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
5h 25m
£77–154

Plymouth to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 197.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Port Talbot Parkway via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via Sophia Gardens in around 5h 21m.

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