4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Newport
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Newport will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 41 trains that leave Birmingham for Newport every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
G0110211:301h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:11Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£321One-way0 changes- G0110712:301h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:11Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£321One-way0 changes
- G0110913:301h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:10Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£371One-way0 changes
- G0112720:301h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:16Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£371One-way0 changes
- G0112419:301h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:08Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£371One-way0 changes
- G0112419:301h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:08Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£371One-way0 changes
- G0110913:301h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:10Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£371One-way0 changes
- G0116118:121h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:52Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£631One-way0 changes
- G010958:301h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:10Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£411One-way0 changes
- G0111314:301h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:10Newport (South Wales) (NWP)£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 125 km
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2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Newport trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01133+ G14936 | On time 8:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 10:24 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G01095 | On time 8:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h40 | 10:10 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G39594+W29851 | Delayed 8:40 8:42Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h01 | 10:43 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| W29851+G15495 | On time 8:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 11:05 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G01098 | On time 9:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 11:11 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01138+G14938 | On time 9:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 11:27 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G01154+G14942 | On time 17:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h11 | 19:23 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G01119 | On time 17:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h42 | 19:12 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01159+G15504 | On time 17:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h26 | 20:08 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G39636+G01159 | Delayed 17:40 17:42Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h02 | 19:44 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
| G01161 | On time 18:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h40 | 19:52 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29908+G14944 | On time 18:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h42 | 20:24 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Newport
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Trains from Birmingham to Newport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Birmingham to Newport trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Newport from £6. 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 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Newport
Most Birmingham to Newport trains use the Birmingham New Street to Newport (South Wales) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Newport 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 Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Newport station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): 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.
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