The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£71
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 29 m
Trains on 20 Sept
4
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 4 trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C500488:233h20London Paddington (PAD)11:43Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C012289:303h14London Paddington (PAD)12:44Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C0122710:383h07London Paddington (PAD)13:45Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C33026 · C48451+
V1300310:234h13London Paddington (PAD)14:36Neath station (NTH)£721One-way2 changes
C0122710:383h07London Paddington (PAD)13:45Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C012289:303h14London Paddington (PAD)12:44Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C500488:233h20London Paddington (PAD)11:43Neath station (NTH)£711One-way0 changes
C33026 · C48451+
V1300310:234h13London Paddington (PAD)14:36Neath station (NTH)£721One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 251 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH):
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) costing on average £82.
Other travel options to Neath station (NTH) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 25m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (2h 49m by train vs 3h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34650 | On time 20:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h09 | 23:57 Neath station (NTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
C50048 | 8:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h20 | 11:43 Neath station (NTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01228 | 9:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h14 | 12:44 Neath station (NTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C33026 · C48451+ V13003 | 10:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 4h13 | 14:36 Neath station (NTH) | 2 changes | |
C01227 | 10:38 London Paddington (PAD) | 3h07 | 13:45 Neath station (NTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
20 Sept
21 Sept
22 Sept
23 Sept
24 Sept
25 Sept
26 Sept
Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 11:48. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 11:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Neath station (NTH) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) 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 station (NTH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Neath station (NTH)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Neath station (NTH) trains use the London Paddington to Neath station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Neath station (NTH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to Neath from Neath city centre
Neath train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Neath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Neath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Neath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Neath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
