Newport to Cardiff bus with National Express

Sun, Jul 13
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Newport to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$8

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

33 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newport to Cardiff will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Newport for Cardiff on Sun, Jul 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
07:35PM0h35
Newport
08:10PMCardiff
$71One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:00PM0h35
Newport
12:35PMCardiff
$81One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:05PM0h30
Newport
05:35PMCardiff
$81One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Newport to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.

Distance: 10 miles (17 km)

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€5

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Cheapest

€8

Average price

1h 4m

Average total duration

34m

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30m

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44m

Average total duration

Fastest

14m

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30m

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Newport to Cardiff bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, July 12
Last updated at 10:12 AM
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:40 AM Newport, Queensway
0h35
12:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Newport, Queensway
0h35
4:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newport to Cardiff

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Buses from Newport to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
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
Train from $5 (€4)
Distance
10 miles (17 km)
Average bus duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
25m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:47
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
Train from $5 (€4)

Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales and Megabus from Newport to Cardiff

National Express, Transport for Wales and Megabus buses will get you from Newport to Cardiff from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Newport - Cardiff bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

FAQs: Bus from Newport to Cardiff

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Popular bus stations from Newport to Cardiff

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The major bus station for departures in Newport is Newport, Kingsway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newport, Kingsway for your trip from Newport to Cardiff.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens for your trip to Cardiff from Newport.
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