How to travel from Newport to Swansea

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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 an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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€15

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€8

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€16

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1h 42m

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1h 12m

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2h 18m

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1h 48m

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1h 3m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Newport to Swansea is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Newport to Swansea:

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport to Swansea costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Newport to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newport and Swansea including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newport to Swansea among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €0.48. The journey takes 1h 12m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Newport to Swansea

How to get from Newport to Swansea by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Newport to Swansea is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    11:35 AM1h50
    Newport
    1:25 PMSwansea
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:35 AM1h50
    Newport
    1:25 PMSwansea
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:10 PM1h45
    Newport
    8:55 PMSwansea
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    10:45 AM2h05
    Newport
    12:50 PMSwansea
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:50 PM1h45
    Newport
    9:35 PMSwansea
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    9:25 PM1h45
    Newport
    11:10 PMSwansea
    91One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Newport to Swansea

Travel to Swansea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newport to Swansea.

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There are 2 options to travel between Newport and Swansea including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Newport to Swansea is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Newport to Swansea:

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport to Swansea costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Newport to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 18m.

The distance from Newport to Swansea is approximately 40 miles (65 km).
The average frequency per day from Newport to Swansea is:
  • Around 32 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newport and Swansea as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newport to Swansea:
  • Trains mostly depart from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and arrive in Swansea station (SWA).
  • Buses mostly depart from Newport, Queensway and arrive in Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newport to Swansea, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus to go to Swansea by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales to go to Swansea by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Newport to Swansea with the following travel companies:
  • 32 direct buses per day with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales.
Omio customers who travel from Newport to Swansea often also extend their vacation to go to London, Cardiff, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swansea and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Swansea to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.

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