Going from Manchester to Neath by train

About to set off from Manchester to Neath by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Manchester to Neath

Getting from Manchester to Neath by rail typically costs £54.90, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train schedule for travel between Manchester and Neath

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 22 trains make this journey of 228 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Manchester is at 06:29 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 19:31.

During the weekend, 06:30 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 19:30 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 38 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Manchester to Neath

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 44 minutes, spanning 228 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Manchester and Neath available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Manchester and Neath can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Manchester to Neath

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Neath city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Manchester to Neath by train?

The train route from Manchester to Neath covers 228 kilometres.

How much does the train from Manchester to Neath cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £54.90. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Manchester to Neath train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Manchester to Neath by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 44 minutes.