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Neath to Northwich by train

First train

09:44

Last train

13:34

Departure station

Neath

Arrival station

Northwich

Journey time

From 4h 59m

Distance

123 miles (199 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Neath to Northwich in 4 hours 59 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Neath to Northwich? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 5 minutes to travel the 123 miles (199 km) from Neath to Northwich by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Neath to Northwich in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Northwich by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Neath to Northwich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Neath and Northwich by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Neath to Northwich is 4 hours and 59 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Neath to Northwich?

No, there are no direct train services from Neath to Northwich. Travelling from Neath to Northwich by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Neath to Northwich leave?

The first train from Neath to Northwich leaves at 09:44. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Neath to Northwich leave?

The last train from Neath to Northwich leaves at 13:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Neath and Northwich by train?

Trains travelling from Neath to Northwich cover a distance of around 123 miles (199 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Neath to Northwich

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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