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Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 202 km
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2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Newport
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Trains from Birmingham to Newport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 1h 34m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 20:13 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Train companies: Cross Country from Birmingham to Newport trainsCross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Newport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£78
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Birmingham to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
Typically, spending three to four days in Newport allows you to explore its main attractions, including the stunning coastline, historic sites, and local cuisine.
The train distance from Birmingham to Newport is 202 km.
The train journey from Birmingham to Newport covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 15 per day.
Yes, a day trip from Birmingham to Newport is feasible. The journey takes 1h 34m, and trains run 15 times per day over a distance of 202 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Newport leaves at 6:02.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Newport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham to Newport offers views of diverse landscapes, including rolling countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the Severn Estuary, making it a pleasant and scenic experience.
The last train from Birmingham to Newport departs at 20:13.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Newport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £113.
Trains from Birmingham to Newport run approximately 15 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham and Newport. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Newport is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Newport is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Ashurst New Forest (ANF).
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Newport.
To get from Birmingham to Newport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Newport.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Newport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Newport
Birmingham
Newport
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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