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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Newport
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Newport will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Newport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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 coach for Cardiff to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 17 km
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1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Newport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Newport coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 16:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0h30 | 16:30 Newport, Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| 05:10 Cardiff | 0h30 | 05:40 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Newport
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Buses from Cardiff to Newport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 17 km distance in 30m.
Distance 17 km |
Average bus duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:11 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Transport for Wales, Newport Bus from Cardiff to NewportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Newport with FlixBus, National Express, Transport for Wales, Newport Bus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to Newport
It's easy to take buses from Cardiff to Newport with National Express operating 4 services per day. Travel time ranges from 30-45 minutes for the 14 mile journey. The first departure leaves at 7:30 a.m. and the last at 3: 20 p.m. All services are direct with some making a stop at Cardiff University. Coaches to Newport leave from the station at Sophia Gardens on the west bank of the Taff River. Passengers can reach the station via several bus routes from the city centre. Buses from Cardiff arrive at Newport's Market Square bus station. Situated next to Friars Walk, it's a major bus hub and close to Newport Train Station.
FAQs: Cardiff to Newport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Newport by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newport, Kingsway, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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