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Cardiff to Neath train route details

First train

05:35

Last train

23:51

Departure city

Cardiff

Arrival city

Neath

Journey time

37m

Distance

32 miles

Price

AED 20.96*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

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Check all Cardiff to Neath journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:45 55m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:40 Neath	Find Tickets
08:08 39m, Direct Cardiff Central	08:47 Neath	Find Tickets
08:42 38m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:20 Neath	Find Tickets
08:47 39m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:26 Neath	Find Tickets
08:51 52m, Direct Cardiff Central	09:43 Neath	Find Tickets
09:38 39m, Direct Cardiff Central	10:17 Paris	Find Tickets

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St Ives
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3 Bed House - Sleeps 6 - Parking - Garden - WIfi
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Neath Valley – Family Haven Near Waterfalls
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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Neath

Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Cardiff and Neath on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff to Neath more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff to Neath by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

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