Newport to Brighton train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

4 h 4 m

Average duration

4 h 32 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

216 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newport to Brighton will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Newport for Brighton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 49 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
08:184h49
Newport
13:07Brighton
£621One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:334h04
Newport
13:37Brighton
£751One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
08:084h31
Newport
12:39Brighton
£781One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:394h42
Newport
14:21Brighton
£961One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Newport to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 216 km

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Coach

£64

Average Price

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 40m

Average total duration

5h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Newport to Brighton train times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Brighton trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:27 Newport
4h24
08:51 Brighton0 changesdirect
great_western04:28 Newport
4h15
08:43 Brighton0 changesdirect
great_western04:32 Newport
4h11
08:43 Brighton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Newport to Brighton

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Trains from Newport to Brighton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 46m.

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 £11
Distance
216 km
Average train duration
3h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 46m
First train
04:12
Last train
21:57
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 £11

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Newport to Brighton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Newport and Brighton from £11. 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
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£25
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

FAQs: Newport to Brighton train

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

FAQs
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Brighton's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and relax by the seaside.
The train journey from Newport to Brighton offers scenic views, particularly through the South Downs National Park, showcasing picturesque countryside and charming villages along the way.
Booking trains from Newport to Brighton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Newport to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Newport to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Brighton is by coach, costing approximately £11.
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome, and take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk. Experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs. Best sights include the exotic Royal Pavilion, historic Brighton Pier, popular Brighton Beach, charming Lanes, and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.
The train station in Newport that goes to Brighton is Newport (South Wales) (NWP), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
A day trip from Newport to Brighton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 46m. Trains run 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newport to Brighton.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Brighton.
The train distance from Newport to Brighton is 216 km.
The train journey from Newport to Brighton covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 3h 46m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Newport to Brighton leaves at 4:12.
The last train from Newport to Brighton departs at 21:57.
Trains from Newport to Brighton run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newport to Brighton.
There is no night train service from Newport to Brighton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Brighton

Newport
Brighton
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 Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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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