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Reading to Neath train route details

First train

15:13

Last train

22:11

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Neath

Journey time

2h 4m

Distance

123 miles

Price

£27.00*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Neath?

Discover all upcoming Reading to Neath services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:13 2h 5m, Direct Reading	17:18 Neath	Find Tickets
16:13 2h 4m, Direct Reading	18:17 Neath	Find Tickets
17:13 2h 5m, Direct Reading	19:18 Neath	Find Tickets
17:43 2h 14m, Direct Reading	19:57 Neath	Find Tickets
18:13 2h 6m, Direct Reading	20:19 Neath	Find Tickets
18:43 2h 8m, Direct Reading	20:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Neath from Reading this week

Ticket prices for Reading to Neath typically cost around £27.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

£27.00

Sat18Apr

£27.00

Sun19Apr

£27.00

Mon20Apr

£27.00

Tue21Apr

£27.00

Wed22Apr

£27.00

Thu23Apr

£27.00

Fri24Apr

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

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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Neath

Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Neath. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

Split Tickets discount

While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Reading and Neath on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

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