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Tenby Museum and Art Gallery
Town museum in a former chapel on Castle Hill, covering local archaeology, art, maritime history and Tenby’s story.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
3 h 21 m
Trains on 11 Sept
3
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Tenby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Tenby will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 3 trains from Newport to Tenby, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Tenby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 118 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport to Tenby:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport to Tenby costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Tenby take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 1h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Tenby trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 Newport | 3h08 | 9:33 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:27 Newport | 3h09 | 11:36 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:35 Newport | 3h01 | 13:36 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:31 Newport | 3h05 | 15:36 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:30 Newport | 3h06 | 17:36 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:32 Newport | 3h04 | 19:36 Tenby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:33 Newport | 3h02 | 21:35 Tenby | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:39 Newport | 9h36 | 6:15 Tenby | 1 change | |
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Trains from Newport to Tenby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 6:19 |
Last train 19:51 |
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Discover the best of Tenby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tenby trip today.
Town museum in a former chapel on Castle Hill, covering local archaeology, art, maritime history and Tenby’s story.
Victorian lifeboat station with exhibits on rescues and RNLI heritage, reached by a scenic walk from the harbour.
Working mediaeval merchant’s house nearby in Pembroke, furnished to show daily life and trade in the Tudor period.
Colourful harbour backed by old town walls and cottages, ideal for photographs, boat trips and short coastal walks.
Clifftop green beside the museum with benches, coastal panoramas and one of the best viewpoints over North Beach.
Broad sandy beach below the town, popular for sea views, Goscar Rock and a classic promenade walk.
Fresh Atlantic lobster landed nearby and simply dressed or grilled. Pembrokeshire’s coast makes it a prized local seafood treat.
Sweet brown crab from the Welsh coast, often served dressed or in salads. It is a classic seaside dish around Tenby and Pembrokeshire.
Traditional Welsh cakes cooked on a griddle with currants and spice. They are a much-loved Welsh tea-time bake eaten across the country.
Smart but relaxed restaurant focused on seasonal local produce, fish and meat dishes, with a modern Welsh approach.
Well-known casual spot for wood-fired pizza, small plates and drinks. Lively atmosphere and consistently popular with locals and visitors.
Popular harbour-side seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish, shellfish and relaxed coastal dining close to Tenby’s waterfront.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Summer stays can be pricey, but pubs, cafés and local buses are manageable versus bigger UK tourist hotspots.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip restaurants 10-12.5% for good service. Round up for taxis, and small café tips are optional.
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Tenby railway station -> Tenby town centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Tenby 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 Tenby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newport to Tenby trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Tenby station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport and Tenby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): 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.
Tenby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Tenby.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tenby: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tenby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Pembroke Dock) from the car park. Access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) is via an end of platform ramp and a foot crossing across the railway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: located in station car park, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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