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Compare train and coach for Penzance to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £155.
Distance: 242 km
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Why should you book Penzance to Newport trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Penzance to Newport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Penzance to Newport.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to Newport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Penzance to Newport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Penzance to Newport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Newport
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Trains from Penzance to Newport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £155 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 4h 57m.
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 £33
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £155 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 19:13 |
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 £33
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to Newport trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and Newport from £33. 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
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
£108
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 18m
Cheapest Price
£211
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
£155
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Penzance to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Newport 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 Newport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Penzance to Newport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £155, while the average price tends to be around £175.
The train journey from Penzance to Newport covers a distance of 242 km and takes approximately 4h 57m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Penzance to Newport is 242 km.
The first train from Penzance to Newport leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Penzance to Newport departs at 19:13.
Trains from Penzance to Newport run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penzance to Newport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Penzance and Newport. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Penzance to Newport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Penzance to Newport.
The train station in Penzance that goes to Newport is Penzance station (PNZ), and it arrives at Newport (South Wales) (NWP).
The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Newport is by coach, costing approximately £33.
Booking trains from Penzance to Newport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Penzance to Newport is quite scenic, offering picturesque views of the Cornish coast, rolling countryside, and the Severn Estuary, making it a visually appealing route.
A day trip from Penzance to Newport is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 57m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 242 km distance.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Newport is ideal to explore its key attractions such as the Newport Mansions, Cliff Walk, and the local beaches, while also enjoying the dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to Newport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Newport
Penzance
Newport
The major train station for departures in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your trip from Penzance to Newport.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Newport from Penzance.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
Parking
- Car Park: High Street
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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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