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

The cheapest train tickets from Port Talbot to London start from R 915. The average price for this train route is around R 1 868. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Port Talbot to London is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Port Talbot to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Port Talbot to London departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 20:39.

Train Port Talbot to London from R 842

Next train departures

Next departures from Port Talbot to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:41	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 39m	11:20	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	18:42	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 28m	21:10	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:13	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	09:44	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:13	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	09:44	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:37	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 37m	10:14	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:13	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	09:44	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	10:43	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 29m	13:12	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:13	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	09:44	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:42	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	10:13	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:42	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 31m	10:13	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Port Talbot to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 36m	10:50	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	16:43	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 26m	19:09	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	08:14	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 36m	10:50	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:54	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 47m	11:41	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:54	Port Talbot Parkway	2h 47m	11:41	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:52 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Port Talbot to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 578, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

253 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 218 - R 1 463	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 915 - R 5 712	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 578 - R 578	Average duration3h	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 915

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Talbot to London 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 Port Talbot to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Port Talbot to London start from R 915. The average price for this train route is around R 1 868. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Port Talbot to London?
The average train journey time from Port Talbot to London is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Port Talbot to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Port Talbot to London?
The earliest train from Port Talbot to London departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 20:39.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 966

11/12

R 870

Today

R 1 567

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R 1 574

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R 1 561

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The cheapest trip from Port Talbot to London was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 870

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

You can expect to pay from R 870 to R 5 489 for a train ticket from Port Talbot to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 561, which is on 2025-12-14.