The cheapest and fastest trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Merthyr Tydfil for Neath every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
6:392h04Merthyr Tydfil8:43Neath£91One-way0 changes
17:392h05Merthyr Tydfil19:44Neath£131One-way0 changes
13:392h04Merthyr Tydfil15:43Neath£131One-way0 changes
13:392h04Merthyr Tydfil15:43Neath£131One-way0 changes
6:392h04Merthyr Tydfil8:43Neath£91One-way0 changes
17:392h05Merthyr Tydfil19:44Neath£131One-way0 changes
Live departures
Merthyr Tydfil to Neath train times
The table below shows live departures for Merthyr Tydfil to Neath trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 Merthyr Tydfil | 2h04 | 8:43 Neath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:39 Merthyr Tydfil | 2h04 | 15:43 Neath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:39 Merthyr Tydfil | 2h05 | 19:44 Neath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath
Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Merthyr Tydfil to Neath trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Merthyr Tydfil and Neath from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Merthyr Tydfil to Neath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merthyr Tydfil 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Merthyr Tydfil and Neath
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the car park
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:10 - 18:45 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops outside the station building
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