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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Merthyr Tydfil for Newport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Merthyr Tydfil to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 32 km
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£14 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Merthyr Tydfil to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Merthyr Tydfil to Newport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:39 Merthyr Tydfil | 1h27 | 09:06 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport
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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Merthyr Tydfil to Newport trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Merthyr Tydfil and Newport from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Merthyr Tydfil to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merthyr Tydfil 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Merthyr Tydfil and Newport
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:30 - 13:00 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the car park.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near the station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop outside the station
ShoppingParkingAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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