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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Newhaven
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Trains from Cardiff to Newhaven run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £169 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 45m.
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
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £169 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 20:01 |
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
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Newhaven trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Newhaven from £169. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£169
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Newhaven train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Newhaven 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 Newhaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Newhaven can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £169, while the average price tends to be around £177.
The train journey from Cardiff to Newhaven covers a distance of 238 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Newhaven is 238 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Newhaven leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Cardiff to Newhaven departs at 20:01.
Trains from Cardiff to Newhaven run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Newhaven.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Newhaven.
To travel from Cardiff to Newhaven, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Newhaven.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Newhaven is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Newhaven Town (NVN).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newhaven is by train, costing approximately £169.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Newhaven in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Newhaven offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the South Downs and along the coast near Brighton, providing travellers with glimpses of rolling hills and seaside vistas.
A day trip from Cardiff to Newhaven is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 45m and trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 238 km.
A visit to Newhaven typically lasts 1-2 days, allowing time to explore the harbour, enjoy local attractions, and experience nearby coastal paths.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Newhaven.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Newhaven
Cardiff
Newhaven
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Newhaven.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in Newhaven is Newhaven Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newhaven Town for your journey to Newhaven from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:15 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance to platform 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting room in the booking hall and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Downside entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to Platform 1 only (for services towards Seaford). However, there is step free access available at Newhaven Town station for services to Lewes/London (0.5 miles from Newhaven Harbour). Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance gate on platform 1.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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