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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Newtown among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 95 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Birmingham to Newtown, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Newtown:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Newtown costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Newtown take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
How to get to Newtown from Birmingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Birmingham to Newtown is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Newtown are Shrewsbury, Welshpool and Aberystwyth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Newtown on Omio.
Shrewsbury is a historic market town in Shropshire, known for medieval streets, timber-framed buildings and the River Severn. Birthplace of Charles Darwin, it has a compact centre with independent shops, old churches and a calm traditional feel.
Welshpool is a historic market town in Powys, best known for Powis Castle and its narrow-gauge heritage railway. Its timber-framed streets and position near the Mid Wales countryside give it a traditional, rural character.
Aberystwyth is a coastal university town in Ceredigion, known for its promenade, Welsh culture and lively arts scene. Between Cardigan Bay and green hills, it feels youthful yet relaxed, with a strong local identity.
Travel to Newtown easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Newtown.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Newtown:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Newtown costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Newtown take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Newtown as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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