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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a train costs an average of £153.
Distance: 483 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£153 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price | £126 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Newport, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Newport:
A coach is £39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £109.
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £153.
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Coach takes on average 12h 55m.
You'll arrive about 58m sooner (5h 41m by train vs 6h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £153 compared to roughly £126 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Newport from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Newport 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 Newport are Cardiff, Bristol, Bath, Chepstow and London. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Newport on Omio.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Chepstow is a historic town on the River Wye, best known for its Norman castle and border setting. Its compact centre, medieval streets and access to the Wye Valley give it a strong sense of place.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Travel to Newport 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 Glasgow to Newport.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Newport:
A coach is £39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £109.
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £153.
Other travel options to Newport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Coach takes on average 12h 55m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Newport as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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