4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Newtown
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Newtown is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Newtown will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Newtown on Mon, May 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
7:38 PM2h49Cardiff10:27 PMNewtown$631One-way0 transfers
- 7:38 PM2h49Cardiff10:27 PMNewtown$631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Newtown
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Newtown among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$63 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Newtown:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Newtown costing on average $63 (€50).
Other travel options to Newtown take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Newtown
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Trains from Cardiff to Newtown run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€50) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Newtown
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Newtown 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 Newtown, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Newtown
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) via Brimmon Lane. There is a camber at the end of the lane leading onto the platform and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the top of the station entrance ramp
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is outside the entrance of the station on the right.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance / opposite the supermarket
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