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

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Birmingham is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

The distance between Port Talbot and Birmingham is 150 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Port Talbot to Birmingham, including transfers.

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

Port Talbot to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

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

Port Talbot to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Birmingham bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Birmingham train arrive?

Port Talbot to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Birmingham is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Port Talbot to Birmingham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 44m
£75–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
3h 45m
£26–65
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Birminghamcar 131 mi
2h 24m
£32–46
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 25m
£68–112
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Herefordtrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
3h 54m
£53–109

Port Talbot to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Birmingham Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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