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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Newport
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Newport will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Newport on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
4:10 PM1h11Reading5:21 PMNewport$661One-way0 transfers
- 4:10 PM1h11Reading5:21 PMNewport$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Reading to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a bus costs an average of $62.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Newport:
A train is $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Newport costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $62 (€51) compared to roughly $35 (€29) 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 Great Western Railway, 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
Reading to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Newport trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34609 | On time 8:13 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h09 | 9:22 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42174 | On time 9:13 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h13 | 10:26 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34615 | On time 10:13 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h09 | 11:22 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42175 | On time 11:13 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h13 | 12:26 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35070 · W34621 | On time 11:58 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1h24 | 1:22 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 transfer | |
| W34621 | On time 12:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h09 | 1:22 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34623 | On time 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h22 | 2:02 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34625 | On time 1:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h10 | 2:23 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42176 | On time 2:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h08 | 3:21 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34631 | On time 3:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h10 | 4:23 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34635 | On time 4:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1h09 | 5:22 PM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Newport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Newport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Newport from $41 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Reading to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Newport
Most Reading to Newport trains use the Reading to Newport (South Wales) station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Newport leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Tilehurst from Reading city centre
Tilehurst is 4 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilehurst train station facilities and services
Tilehurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tilehurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tilehurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilehurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilehurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilehurst: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Newport station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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