Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£55

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£81

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

2 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

2 h 7 m

Trains on 12 Sept

31

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 31 trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP), including 14 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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 RailwayC42270
    17:052h29
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    19:34Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42272
    18:052h26
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    20:31Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42268
    16:022h31
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    18:33Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC42276
    20:052h33
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    22:38Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35011
    15:032h29
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    17:32Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
    £551One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 134 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£44

Average Price

£40

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 14m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is a coach with an average price of £40.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP):

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) costing on average £44.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.

Other travel options to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.41. The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 14m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway13:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h21
15:32 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway17:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h21
19:31 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway20:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h21
22:32 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
Saturday 12 September
CrossCountryG00850+Great Western RailwayW346056:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h07
8:22 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42715 · C42462 · W346096:29 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h53
9:22 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW349676:59 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h30
9:29 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00852+Great Western RailwayW346097:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h07
9:22 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change
Great Western RailwayC422558:05 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h31
10:36 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00856+Great Western RailwayC421748:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h11
10:26 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change
Great Western RailwayC422579:06 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h24
11:30 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00859+Great Western RailwayW346159:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h07
11:22 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3498310:05 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h30
12:35 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00862+Great Western RailwayC4217510:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h11
12:26 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change
Great Western RailwayC4226011:04 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h27
13:31 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00868+Great Western RailwayW3462111:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h08
13:23 Newport (South Wales) (NWP)1 change

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP).
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP)

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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 24m.

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
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
2h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 24m
First train
7:10
Last train
19:10
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£23
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£86
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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 (South Wales) (NWP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is 134 km.
The first train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) leaves at 7:10.
The last train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) departs at 19:10.
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP).
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) is by train, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton Central to Newport (South Wales) offers varied scenery, including views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of the River Severn as you approach South Wales.
A day trip from Southampton Central to Newport (South Wales) is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 24m. Trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP)

Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Newport (South Wales) (NWP) trains use the Southampton Central to Newport (South Wales) station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Newport (South Wales) (NWP) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Southampton
Arrival train stations in Newport
Southampton CentralSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min

Southampton Central train station facilities and services

Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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 all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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