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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Neath
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
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 €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Neath on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
11:38AM1h38
Bristol01:16PMNeath
€441One-way
0 transfers
09:36PM2h22
Bristol11:58PMNeath
€441One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM2h23
Bristol07:16AMNeath
€451One-way
0 transfers
06:40AM2h42
Bristol09:22AMNeath
€451One-way
0 transfers
11:38AM1h38
Bristol01:16PMNeath
€441One-way
0 transfers
09:36PM2h22
Bristol11:58PMNeath
€441One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM2h23
Bristol07:16AMNeath
€451One-way
0 transfers
06:40AM2h42
Bristol09:22AMNeath
€451One-way
0 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 €7. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Neath train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6
Last updated at 8:39 AM
Last updated at 8:39 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM Bristol | 2h23 | 7:16 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 AM Bristol | 2h42 | 9:22 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Neath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Neath run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 22:58 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Neath trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Neath from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€12
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
€78
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
€54
first_great_western frequency
23 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Neath
FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Neath easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Neath.
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Neath can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Neath is €38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Neath from Bristol is on average 1 h 37 min for the 86 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Bristol to Neath by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol to Neath leaves at 03: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Bristol to Neath leaves at 22: 58.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Bristol to Neath with first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the trip from Bristol to Neath you can take a train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Bristol and Neath on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 58.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Neath, located 0.1 miles (213 m) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Neath from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 37 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Neath is July.
You have options as you can travel to Neath from Bristol 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Neath
Bristol
Neath
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Neath.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Clifton Down
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Montpelier
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Parson Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Parson Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop on Bedminster Down Road. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop outside Halfords on West Street.
Bristol, Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transit options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
The major train station for arrivals in Neath is Neath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Neath for your journey to Neath from Bristol.
Neath
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:10 - 18:45 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Neath
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops outside the station building
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