Newport to Swansea train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$48

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newport to Swansea will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Newport for Swansea on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.

Transport for Wales
08:24AM1h14
Newport (s Wales)
09:38AMSwansea
$291One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
01:12AM5h37
Newport (s Wales)
06:49AMSwansea
$321One-way
1 transfer
Cross Country
07:10AM1h22
Newport (s Wales)
08:32AMSwansea
$571One-way
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
12:52AM1h17
Newport (s Wales)
02:09AMSwansea
$611One-way
0 transfers
First Great Western Service
06:25AM1h04
Newport (s Wales)
07:29AMSwansea
$611One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Newport to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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Bus

€42

Average price

€10

Average price

Cheapest

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 18m

Average total duration

1h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Newport to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Swansea trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:00 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
first_great_western12:52 AM Newport (s Wales)
1h17
2:09 AM Swansea0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales1:12 AM Newport (s Wales)
5h37
6:49 AM Swansea1 transfer
first_great_western6:25 AM Newport (s Wales)
1h04
7:29 AM Swansea0 transfersDirect
Cross Country7:10 AM Newport (s Wales)
1h22
8:32 AM Swansea1 transfer
first_great_western7:53 AM Newport (s Wales)
1h09
9:02 AM Swansea0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Newport to Swansea by train or bus

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Newport to Swansea

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Trains from Newport to Swansea run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 1h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)
Distance
131 miles (211 km)
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€24)
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
00:52
Last train
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Newport to Swansea trainsCross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Newport and Swansea from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$48 (€39)
first_great_western frequency
10 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Newport to Swansea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from Newport to Swansea is feasible with a travel time of 1h 4m and a distance of 131 miles (211 km). Trains run 16 times per day.
For a fulfilling experience in Swansea, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its main attractions like the Swansea Bay, National Waterfront Museum, and nearby Gower Peninsula.
The distance by train from Newport to Swansea is 131 miles (211 km).
The train journey from Newport to Swansea offers scenic views of the Welsh countryside, including glimpses of rolling hills and the coastline along the Bristol Channel.
The train from Newport to Swansea takes 1h 4m and runs 16 per day.
There is no high speed train available from Newport to Swansea.
Train ticket prices from Newport to Swansea can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€24), while the average price is around $51 (€42).
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Swansea is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€10).
The last train from Newport to Swansea leaves at 11:30 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Newport to Swansea.
The first train from Newport to Swansea leaves at 12:52 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Swansea.
Yes, there is a direct train from Newport to Swansea. This service operates 13 times per day, provided by first_great_western, Transport for Wales.

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