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It takes an average of 4h 44m to travel from London Waterloo to Neath by train, over a distance of around 159 miles (256 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to Neath and tickets for this journey start from £63 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Neath | |
| Journey time | From 3h 3m | |
| Distance | 159 miles (256 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £63 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from London Waterloo to Neath in 3 hours 3 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo to Neath? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 44 minutes to travel the 159 miles (256 km) from London Waterloo to Neath by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to Neath. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Waterloo to Neath in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £63.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Neath by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Neath?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.