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The cheapest and fastest trains from Neath to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£473
Average price
£473
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
479 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Neath to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Neath to Edinburgh will cost around £473 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £473.
Fast trains
To travel from Neath to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
05:117h54
Neath13:05Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
06:098h00
Neath14:09Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
07:067h55
Neath15:01Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
07:558h11
Neath16:06Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
08:348h34
Neath17:08Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
05:117h54
Neath13:05Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
07:067h55
Neath15:01Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
06:098h00
Neath14:09Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
07:558h11
Neath16:06Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
10:358h29
Neath19:04Edinburgh
£4731One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Neath to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Neath to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £129.
Distance: 479 km
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7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Neath to Edinburgh train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:55 Neath | 8h42 | 13:37 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Neath to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Neath to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £129 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £44
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £129 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 17:07 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £44
Train companies: Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Neath to Edinburgh trainsTransport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Neath and Edinburgh from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
£67
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 54m
Cheapest Price
£474
first_great_western frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Neath to Edinburgh train
FAQs: Travel by train from Neath to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Neath to Edinburgh.
To get from Neath to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Neath to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Neath to Edinburgh is 479 km.
The train journey from Neath to Edinburgh covers a distance of 479 km and takes approximately 7h 9m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Neath to Edinburgh leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Neath to Edinburgh departs at 17:07.
The cost of a train ticket from Neath to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £129, while the average price tends to be around £211.
Trains from Neath to Edinburgh run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Neath to Edinburgh is by coach, costing approximately £44.
The train station in Neath that goes to Edinburgh is Neath station (NTH), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Neath to Edinburgh.
There is no night train service from Neath to Edinburgh.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Neath to Edinburgh.
Yes, you can take the train from Neath to Edinburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Neath and Edinburgh
Neath
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Neath is Neath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Neath for your trip from Neath to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:10 - 18:45 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Neath
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops outside the station building
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Neath.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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