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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
5:221h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:03Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£111One-way0 changes- 14:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£131One-way0 changes
- 7:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£151One-way0 changes
- 8:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£171One-way0 changes
- 5:221h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:03Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£111One-way0 changes
- 8:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£171One-way0 changes
- 7:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£151One-way0 changes
- 14:221h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:06Newtown (Powys) (NWT)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT):
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £21 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 Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
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
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 7:03 Newtown (Powys) (NWT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 9:06 Newtown (Powys) (NWT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 10:06 Newtown (Powys) (NWT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 09:22. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 9:22 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Newtown (Powys) (NWT) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) 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 Newtown (Powys) (NWT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Newtown (Powys) (NWT)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Newtown (Powys) (NWT) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Newtown (Powys) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Newtown (Powys) (NWT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Newtown (Powys) from Newtown city centre
Newtown (Powys) train station facilities and services
Newtown (Powys) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newtown (Powys): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Newtown (Powys): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newtown (Powys): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) via Brimmon Lane. There is a camber at the end of the lane leading onto the platform and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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