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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Newport
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Newport will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bath for Newport on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
12:55 AM4h11Bath5:06 AMNewport$151One-way0 transfers
7:29 AM1h01Bath8:30 AMNewport$201One-way0 transfers- 9:10 AM1h17Bath10:27 AMNewport$351One-way0 transfers
- 7:51 AM1h17Bath9:08 AMNewport$361One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM1h17Bath11:27 AMNewport$361One-way0 transfers
- 7:29 AM1h01Bath8:30 AMNewport$201One-way0 transfers
- 7:51 AM1h17Bath9:08 AMNewport$361One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM1h17Bath11:27 AMNewport$361One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM1h17Bath10:27 AMNewport$351One-way0 transfers
- 12:55 AM4h11Bath5:06 AMNewport$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Newport:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Newport costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 36m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (55m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $15 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bath to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Newport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:51 AM Bath | 1h17 | 8:08 AM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:51 AM Bath | 1h17 | 9:08 AM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 AM Bath | 1h17 | 10:27 AM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 12:55 AM Bath | 4h11 | 5:06 AM Newport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Newport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Newport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Bath to Newport trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Newport from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Newport 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 Newport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Newport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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