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Explore cheap prices from Neath to Cardiff Central

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Neath to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

£2.20

Sat24May

£2.20

Sun25May

£2.20

Mon26May

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Tue27May

£2.20

Wed28May

£2.20

Thu29May

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Neath to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Neath to Cardiff Central, starting from £2.20 and averaging £2.30. The entire journey takes no more than 39m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:08 Neath	04:49 Cardiff Central	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:37 Neath	06:18 Cardiff Central	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:51 Neath	06:37 Cardiff Central	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:04 Neath	06:45 Cardiff Central	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:35 Neath	07:16 Cardiff Central	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Neath	07:37 Paris	54m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Neath to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

04:08

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Neath

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

39m

Distance

31 miles

Price

£2.20*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Neath to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Neath to Cardiff Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Neath to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Neath to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Neath to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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