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Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Newtown
Omio recommends booking the train 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 $52. 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 $52, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$60 Average price | $52 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 $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Newtown costing on average $60 (€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 $60 (€50) but you can travel from only $52 (€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 $60 (€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 |
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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
Most Cardiff to Newtown trains use the Cardiff Central to Newtown (Powys) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Newtown train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central 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, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Birchgrove from Cardiff city centre
Birchgrove is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Birchgrove train station facilities and services
Birchgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchgrove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birchgrove: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchgrove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available from Waun y Groes Avenue, 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.
Which Newtown station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Newtown (Powys) from Newtown city centre
Newtown (Powys) train station facilities and services
Newtown (Powys) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newtown (Powys): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Newtown (Powys): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newtown (Powys): 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.
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