Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Rail

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Compare coach and train for Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £65.

Distance: 280 km

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£34

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3h 36m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:41, the last at 08:41. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 4h 16m.

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 £34
Distance
280 km
Average train duration
3h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£65
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 16m
First train
08:41
Last train
08:41
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 £34

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Port Talbot and London Stansted Airport from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£61
Great Western Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A day trip from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport is not feasible due to a travel duration of 4h 16m. Trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 280 km.
Booking trains from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport offers views of the Welsh countryside and parts of the scenic Severn Estuary, transitioning to urban landscapes as you approach London.
The cost of a train ticket from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £65, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £34.
The train distance from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport is 280 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport.
The train journey from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 280 km and takes approximately 4h 16m. Trains run 7 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport.
The first train from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:41.
The last train from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport departs at 8:41.
Trains from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport.
There is no night train service from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Port Talbot to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Port Talbot and London Stansted Airport

Port Talbot
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with lifts
  • 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Port Talbot Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.

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