The cheapest and fastest trains from Port Talbot to Newport
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Port Talbot to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Port Talbot to Newport will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Port Talbot for Newport 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 54 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Port Talbot to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Talbot to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 54 km
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Live departures
Port Talbot to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Port Talbot to Newport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:18 Port Talbot | 0h47 | 05:05 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 Port Talbot | 0h47 | 05:35 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:57 Port Talbot | 1h02 | 05:59 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Port Talbot to Newport
Trains from Port Talbot to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 47m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Port Talbot to Newport trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Port Talbot and Newport from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Port Talbot to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Port Talbot and Newport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with lifts
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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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