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National Roman Legion Museum
National Roman Legion Museum presenting Roman Caerleon through artefacts, reconstructions and practical interpretation.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, while a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 121 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £41 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Newport:
A ferry is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Newport costing on average £38.
A ferry is £22 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Newport costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 45m.
Coach takes on average 5h 54m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (1h 45m by train vs 3h 23m by car) and roughly £13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£38 vs £51). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from London to Newport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £13 by ferry.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Newport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newport trip today.
National Roman Legion Museum presenting Roman Caerleon through artefacts, reconstructions and practical interpretation.
Newport's main museum and gallery, covering local history, archaeology and art in a central riverside location.
Compact museum telling the story of the Roman baths and daily life at Caerleon's legionary fortress.
Historic Roman and medieval village area with attractive streets, heritage sites and a relaxed atmosphere for walking.
Central public park with formal gardens, woodland walks, a tea room area and broad views over the city.
Waterside regeneration area with riverside walks, public art, modern bridges and good views of the River Usk.
Welsh cakes are small griddle-baked cakes with currants and spice, long loved across south Wales as a teatime staple and market treat.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables, especially associated with home cooking in south Wales.
Glamorgan sausage is a Welsh meat-free sausage made with Caerphilly cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs, a classic dish from nearby south-east Wales.
Established Turkish restaurant known for charcoal-grilled meats, mezze and generous portions in a friendly casual room.
Stylish restaurant in the Celtic Manor Resort serving modern British dishes in a polished fine dining setting.
Well-known city centre restaurant serving Indian and Bangladeshi dishes in an established, smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London or Bath, while local buses and everyday food stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Newport trains use the London Waterloo to Ashurst New Forest station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Paddington 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 options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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