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Neath Museum
Town museum in a former church, covering Neath’s industrial, civic and cultural history through local objects, displays and temporary exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Neath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 87 km
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£29 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Neath trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G15034 · W34646 | On time 20:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 21:50 Neath station (NTH) | 1 change | |
G00928+ W34648 | On time 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h50 | 22:23 Neath station (NTH) | 1 change | |
Y41830 · G14945 | On time 21:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 23:28 Neath station (NTH) | 1 change | |
G15507 · W35426 | On time 22:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h57 | 0:31 Neath station (NTH) | 1 change | |
G15026 · G14947 | On time 22:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h56 | 1:54 Neath station (NTH) | 1 change |
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Trains from Bristol to Neath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Neath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Neath trip today.
Town museum in a former church, covering Neath’s industrial, civic and cultural history through local objects, displays and temporary exhibitions.
Museum at nearby Aberdulais covering tinplate and industrial heritage, with working displays and a dramatic setting by the falls.
Gallery and museum in nearby Swansea Marina with changing art shows and exhibits on the city’s maritime and industrial story.
Waterfall country walking area north-east of Neath, popular for woodland trails, river scenery and access to several striking cascades.
Extensive Victorian park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities and riverside walks, well suited to a relaxed break in town.
Woodland valley reserve with easy paths, ponds and the remains of old industrial workings. A quieter local favourite for short walks.
Traditional Welsh seaweed purée cooked slowly and often served with oats or alongside a cooked breakfast. A classic coastal staple across south Wales.
Sliced potatoes baked with onions, stock and often cheese. This homely Welsh side dish is strongly associated with everyday cooking in south Wales.
A hearty lamb and root vegetable broth or stew, long linked with Welsh farmhouse cooking. It is prized as a comforting regional staple.
Well-known local restaurant serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, grilled meats and meze in a smart but approachable setting.
Popular modern Indian restaurant known for flavourful curries and friendly service in central Neath. Casual atmosphere suited to relaxed dinners.
Stylish steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains. Lively, contemporary venue for casual meals and group dining.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Cardiff, while local buses and rail are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Neath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Neath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Neath trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Neath station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Neath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Stapleton Road is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Stapleton Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stapleton Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stapleton Road: Parking.
Available at Stapleton Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stapleton Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Neath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Neath.
Ticket office support is available at Neath.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Neath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Neath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Neath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) from Milland Road car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via the station entrance. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a bridge with lifts (owned by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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