The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Neath
- Cheapest price on Nov 07
- €31
- Average ticket price on Nov 07
- €35
- Fastest journey on Nov 07
- 1 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 07
- 1 h 48 m
- Trains on Nov 07
- 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 €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 4 trains from Bristol to Neath, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 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, Nov 07 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 AM 1h40 Bristol 8:44 AM Neath €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:33 AM 1h48 Bristol 12:21 PM Neath €35 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:57 AM 1h51 Bristol 10:48 AM Neath €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:57 AM 1h51 Bristol 9:48 AM Neath €38 1 One-way 0 transfers

7:04 AM 1h40 Bristol 8:44 AM Neath €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:33 AM 1h48 Bristol 12:21 PM Neath €35 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:57 AM 1h51 Bristol 10:48 AM Neath €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:57 AM 1h51 Bristol 9:48 AM Neath €38 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Neath
Trains from Bristol to Neath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Neath train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Neath trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:04 AM Bristol | 1h40 | 8:44 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Bristol | 1h51 | 9:48 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Bristol | 1h51 | 10:48 AM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:33 AM Bristol | 1h48 | 12:21 PM Neath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry from Bristol to Neath trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry trains will get you between Bristol and Neath from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Neath
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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.
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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