How much is the train ticket from London to Port Talbot?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Port Talbot start from R 891. The average price for this train route is around R 2 347. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Port Talbot?

The average train journey time from London to Port Talbot is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Port Talbot route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Port Talbot?

The earliest train from London to Port Talbot departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 20:43.

Train London to Port Talbot from R 980

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Port Talbot on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	13:10	Port Talbot Parkway	Cheapest
Train	11:48	London Paddington	2h 20m	14:08	Port Talbot Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:48	London Paddington	2h 21m	10:09	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags
Train	07:48	London Paddington	2h 21m	10:09	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags
Train	08:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	11:10	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Port Talbot on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	10:10	Port Talbot Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	07:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	10:10	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags
Train	08:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	11:10	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags
Train	08:48	London Paddington	2h 22m	11:10	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags
Train	09:48	London Paddington	2h 25m	12:13	Port Talbot Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:39 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Port Talbot

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Port Talbot. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

253 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 217 - R 1 514	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 891 - R 5 683	Average duration2h 22m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 343 - R 343	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 891

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Port Talbot by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Port Talbot?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Port Talbot start from R 891. The average price for this train route is around R 2 347. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Port Talbot?
The average train journey time from London to Port Talbot is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Port Talbot route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Port Talbot?
The earliest train from London to Port Talbot departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 20:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 1 562

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R 1 547

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The cheapest trip from London to Port Talbot was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 547

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Port Talbot as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 547 to R 5 517 for a train ticket from London to Port Talbot based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 547, which is on 2025-12-15.