The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newport (South Wales) (NWP) for Birmingham International (BHI) 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 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 129 km
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£41 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:59 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 2h13 | 11:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Trains from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 08:59. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 08:59 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and Birmingham International (BHI) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 Birmingham International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and Birmingham International (BHI)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
