The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Newport (South Wales) (NWP) on Fri, Nov 07, 4 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 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
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Most popular Train | Ferry | Bus |
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€38 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:47 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h24 | 10:11 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 18:11 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP) from $21 (€17). 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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 (South Wales) (NWP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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