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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Neath
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Neath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Neath will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Neath on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
7:04 AM1h40Bristol8:44 AMNeath$371One-way0 transfers- 10:33 AM1h48Bristol12:21 PMNeath$421One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM1h51Bristol10:48 AMNeath$431One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM1h51Bristol9:48 AMNeath$461One-way0 transfers
- 7:04 AM1h40Bristol8:44 AMNeath$371One-way0 transfers
- 10:33 AM1h48Bristol12:21 PMNeath$421One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM1h51Bristol10:48 AMNeath$431One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM1h51Bristol9:48 AMNeath$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Neath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Neath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m 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 Bristol to Neath:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Neath costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Neath take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.45 (€-9.37). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol to Neath train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Neath trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 AM Bristol | 1h47 | 11:20 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:33 AM Bristol | 1h47 | 12:20 PM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Neath
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Trains from Bristol to Neath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Neath trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Neath from $9 (€7). 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 Bristol to Neath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Neath
Most Bristol to Neath trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Neath station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Neath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Stapleton Road from Bristol city centre
Stapleton Road is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Stapleton Road train station facilities and services
Stapleton Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stapleton Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stapleton Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Stapleton Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stapleton Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Neath station do trains from Bristol 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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