4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Neath
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Neath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Neath will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Neath on Mon, Jun 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:42 PM2h35Birmingham3:17 PMNeath$951One-way0 transfers
- 12:42 PM2h35Birmingham3:17 PMNeath$951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Neath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Neath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Neath:
A bus is $64 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Neath costing on average $86 (€71).
Other travel options to Neath take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 29m by train vs 2h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€71) compared to roughly $45 (€37) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Neath train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Neath trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:42 PM Birmingham | 2h38 | 4:20 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 2:40 PM Birmingham | 2h38 | 5:18 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 3:40 PM Birmingham | 2h41 | 6:21 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 4:40 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 7:15 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 5:40 PM Birmingham | 2h36 | 8:16 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 6:40 PM Birmingham | 2h34 | 9:14 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 7:30 PM Birmingham | 2h44 | 10:14 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 8:12 PM Birmingham | 3h04 | 11:16 PM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 9:12 PM Birmingham | 3h05 | 12:17 AM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 10:12 PM Birmingham | 9h05 | 7:17 AM Neath | 1 transfer | |
| 12:42 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 3:17 PM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Neath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Neath run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Neath trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Neath from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Neath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Neath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Neath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Neath
Most Birmingham to Neath trains use the Birmingham New Street to Neath station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Neath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Longbridge from Birmingham city centre
Longbridge is 10 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Longbridge train station facilities and services
Longbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Longbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Longbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Neath station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Neath from Neath city centre
Neath train station facilities and services
Neath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Neath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Neath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Neath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Neath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Neath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) from Milland Road car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via the station entrance. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a bridge with lifts (owned by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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