Newport to Bridgwater train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Bridgwater

Showing times and prices for 01 Dec

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Bridgwater is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newport to Bridgwater will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Newport for Bridgwater 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 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.

Great Western Rail
09:131h29
Newport
10:42Bridgwater
£271One-way
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Compare train and coach for Newport to Bridgwater

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 51 km

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£24

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

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Live departures

Newport to Bridgwater train times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Bridgwater trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western08:00 Newport
2h45
10:45 Bridgwater0 changesdirect
great_western09:00 Newport
2h41
11:41 Bridgwater0 changesdirect
great_western09:13 Newport
1h32
10:45 Bridgwater0 changesdirect
great_western11:13 Newport
1h30
12:43 Bridgwater0 changesdirect
great_western19:13 Newport
1h30
20:43 Bridgwater0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Newport to Bridgwater

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Trains from Newport to Bridgwater run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 28m.

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
Distance
51 km
Average train duration
1h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 28m
First train
04:52
Last train
22:48
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newport to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newport and Bridgwater from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£17
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£38
first_great_western frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Newport to Bridgwater train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from Newport to Bridgwater is feasible with a travel time of 1h 28m and a distance of 51 km. There are 4 train trips available per day.
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Bridgwater is by train, costing approximately £17.
The train distance from Newport to Bridgwater is 51 km.
The last train from Newport to Bridgwater departs at 22:48.
Yes, there is a direct train between Newport and Bridgwater. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
There is no night train service from Newport to Bridgwater.
Booking trains from Newport to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Newport that goes to Bridgwater is Newport (South Wales) (NWP), and it arrives at Bridgwater station (BWT).
The first train from Newport to Bridgwater leaves at 4:52.
Trains from Newport to Bridgwater run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newport to Bridgwater.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Bridgwater.
To get from Newport to Bridgwater, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Newport to Bridgwater offers a mix of urban and rural views. Travellers can enjoy glimpses of the Severn Estuary, rolling countryside, and quaint villages, making it a pleasant and occasionally scenic route.
Two to three days in Bridgwater is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, enjoy local events, and experience the surrounding Somerset countryside.
The cost of a train ticket from Newport to Bridgwater can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £24.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Bridgwater

Newport
Bridgwater
The major train station for departures in Newport is Newport (South Wales). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newport (South Wales) for your trip from Newport to Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: High Street
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Newport (South Wales)
  • 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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