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Compare train and coach for Newport to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newport to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 202 km
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6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newport to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 5h 24m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £53
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £53
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Newport to Birmingham trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Newport and Birmingham from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£99
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£114
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£80
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
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Brindleyplace
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Balti
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Black Country faggots and peas
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Faggots
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Simpsons
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Anderson & Hill
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Shababs
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
TfWM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £7.60
To the city centre
Birmingham New Street -> Bullring, Birmingham
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless and Swift Go are accepted on West Midlands Metro and on almost all buses in the West Midlands.
- Birmingham New Street is already central; many city-centre places are walkable, so check before buying a day ticket.
FAQs: Newport to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Newport to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £76, while the average price tends to be around £95.
The train journey from Newport to Birmingham covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 5h 24m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Newport to Birmingham is 202 km.
The first train from Newport to Birmingham leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Newport to Birmingham departs at 20:03.
Trains from Newport to Birmingham run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newport to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Newport and Birmingham. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
To get from Newport to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Newport to Birmingham.
The train station in Newport that goes to Birmingham is Ashurst New Forest (ANF), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £53.
Booking trains from Newport to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Newport to Birmingham offers limited scenic views, primarily passing through urban and industrial areas with glimpses of the rural landscape.
A day trip from Newport to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 24m. However, there are 11 train trips per day, allowing for flexible travel options. The journey covers 202 km.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Birmingham
Most Newport to Birmingham trains use the Ashurst New Forest to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Newport
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street 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 and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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