The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Newport
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Newport will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 42 trains that leave Bristol for Newport on Sun, Jun 21, 27 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 124 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
9:05 AM0h42Bristol9:47 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
9:38 AM0h31Bristol10:09 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
10:05 AM0h34Bristol10:39 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
10:40 AM0h28Bristol11:08 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
11:09 AM0h33Bristol11:42 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
10:22 AM0h26Bristol10:48 AMNewport (s Wales)$431One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM0h27Bristol3:42 PMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
10:40 AM0h28Bristol11:08 AMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM0h28Bristol12:43 PMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
12:16 PM0h28Bristol12:44 PMNewport (s Wales)$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Bristol to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Newport 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 bus which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $120.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Newport:
A bus is $109 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Newport costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Bus takes on average 51m.
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (3h 35m by train vs 3h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $120 (€98) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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, 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
Bristol to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:05 AM Bristol | 0h42 | 9:47 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:38 AM Bristol | 0h31 | 10:09 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Bristol | 0h35 | 10:14 AM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Bristol | 0h34 | 10:39 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Bristol | 0h26 | 10:48 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Bristol | 0h35 | 11:13 AM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:40 AM Bristol | 0h28 | 11:08 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:09 AM Bristol | 0h33 | 11:42 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:11 AM Bristol | 0h32 | 11:43 AM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:39 AM Bristol | 0h40 | 12:19 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:56 AM Bristol | 0h30 | 12:26 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Bristol | 0h28 | 12:43 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:16 PM Bristol | 0h28 | 12:44 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Bristol | 0h41 | 1:20 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:56 PM Bristol | 0h30 | 1:26 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:19 PM Bristol | 0h32 | 1:51 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:39 PM Bristol | 0h40 | 2:19 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:56 PM Bristol | 0h30 | 2:26 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Bristol | 0h32 | 2:47 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:39 PM Bristol | 0h46 | 3:25 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:56 PM Bristol | 0h34 | 3:30 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:01 PM Bristol | 0h57 | 3:58 PM Newport (s Wales) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Bristol | 0h27 | 3:42 PM Newport (s Wales) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Newport
Trains from Bristol to Newport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $120 (€98) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€98) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Newport trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Newport from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Newport
Most Bristol to Newport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Ashurst New Forest station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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