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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Newport
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Newport will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chester 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 trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
21:242h48Chester0:12Newport£251One-way0 changes- 14:222h37Chester16:59Newport£271One-way0 changes
- 14:222h37Chester16:59Newport£271One-way0 changes
- 21:242h48Chester0:12Newport£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 178 km
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3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Newport
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Trains from Chester to Newport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Newport trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Newport from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Chester to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Newport
Most Chester to Newport trains use the Chester to Newport (South Wales) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Newport leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, 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 Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. 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 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.
Which Newport station do trains from Chester 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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