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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Neath
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Neath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Neath will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Neath on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Reading to Neath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Neath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€62 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Neath train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Neath trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:49 AM Reading | 3h31 | 8:20 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Neath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Neath run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:27 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Neath trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Neath from $22 (€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 Reading to Neath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Neath
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:10 - 18:45 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops outside the station building
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