4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Newport
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Newport will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 21 trains that leave Birmingham for Newport on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
11:12 AM1h39Birmingham12:51 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers- 1:30 PM1h38Birmingham3:08 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM1h37Birmingham5:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 5:30 PM1h37Birmingham7:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM1h37Birmingham9:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM1h37Birmingham5:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 5:30 PM1h37Birmingham7:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM1h37Birmingham9:07 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM1h38Birmingham3:08 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 AM1h39Birmingham12:51 PMNewport (s Wales)$1341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Newport:
A bus is $77 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Newport costing on average $153 (€125).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
You'll arrive about 2h 30m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 4h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $153 (€125) compared to roughly $34 (€28) 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 Cross Country.
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
Birmingham to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Newport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM Birmingham | 1h43 | 11:13 AM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Birmingham | 1h49 | 12:19 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 11:12 AM Birmingham | 1h39 | 12:51 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM Birmingham | 1h50 | 1:20 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 12:12 PM Birmingham | 2h07 | 2:19 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 1:30 PM Birmingham | 1h38 | 3:08 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:42 PM Birmingham | 1h43 | 3:25 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 2:12 PM Birmingham | 1h46 | 3:58 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
| 2:40 PM Birmingham | 1h39 | 4:19 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Newport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Newport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€87) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€87) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Cross Country from Birmingham to Newport trainsCross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Newport from $69 (€56). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Newport
Most Birmingham to Newport trains use the Birmingham New Street to Ashurst New Forest station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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