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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newport to Swansea will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Newport for Swansea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.

Transport for Wales
07:001h15
Newport (s Wales)
08:15Swansea
£231One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
08:241h14
Newport (s Wales)
09:38Swansea
£231One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
10:351h05
Newport (s Wales)
11:40Swansea
£231One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
12:311h07
Newport (s Wales)
13:38Swansea
£231One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
14:301h08
Newport (s Wales)
15:38Swansea
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Newport to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 211 km

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Coach

£38

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 18m

Average total duration

1h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Newport to Swansea train times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Swansea trains for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 17:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)22:23 Newport (s Wales)
1h06
23:29 Swansea0 changesdirect
Transport for Wales22:37 Newport (s Wales)
1h21
23:58 Swansea0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)23:24 Newport (s Wales)
1h06
00:30 Swansea0 changesdirect
Transport for Wales23:57 Newport (s Wales)
6h52
06:49 Swansea1 change
Monday 23 March
Great Western Railway (GWR)06:25 Newport (s Wales)
1h05
07:30 Swansea0 changesdirect
Transport for Wales07:00 Newport (s Wales)
1h15
08:15 Swansea0 changesdirect
Cross Country07:12 Newport (s Wales)
1h45
08:57 Swansea1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)07:53 Newport (s Wales)
1h09
09:02 Swansea0 changesdirect
Transport for Wales08:24 Newport (s Wales)
1h14
09:38 Swansea0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Newport to Swansea by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Newport to Swansea

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Trains from Newport to Swansea run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 1h 4m.

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 £9
Distance
211 km
Average train duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
00:52
Last train
23:30
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 £9

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Newport to Swansea trainsCross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Newport and Swansea from £9. 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 22m
Cheapest Price
£42
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£36
first_great_western frequency
10 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£21
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Newport to Swansea train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Newport to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Newport to Swansea covers a distance of 211 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Newport to Swansea is 211 km.
The first train from Newport to Swansea leaves at 0:52.
The last train from Newport to Swansea departs at 23:30.
Trains from Newport to Swansea run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newport to Swansea.
Yes, there is a direct train between Newport and Swansea. The service operates 13 times per day, provided by first_great_western, Transport for Wales.
To get from Newport to Swansea, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Newport to Swansea.
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Swansea is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Newport to Swansea 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 Swansea offers scenic views of the Welsh countryside, including glimpses of rolling hills and the coastline as it approaches Swansea.
Yes, a day trip from Newport to Swansea is feasible. The journey takes 1h 4m and trains run 16 times per day. The distance is 211 km.
To fully experience Swansea, including its beautiful beaches, cultural attractions like the National Waterfront Museum, and nearby natural landscapes such as the Gower Peninsula, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Swansea.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Swansea

Newport
Swansea
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: on concourse
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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