How to get to Newport from Glasgow

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Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Newport

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £71 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 £71, while a train costs an average of £177.

Distance: 483 km

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£71

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£112

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£177

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£128

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12h 37m

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12h 7m

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6h 7m

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5h 37m

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6h 39m

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The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Newport is a coach with an average price of £71.

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Newport:

A coach is £41 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £112.

A coach is £106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £177.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Newport is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Newport take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 7m.

Coach takes on average 12h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and Newport including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £128 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £58. The journey takes 12h 7m versus 6h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Glasgow to Newport

How to get to Newport from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Glasgow to Newport is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    21:4013h55
    Glasgow
    11:35Newport
    £371One-way
    0 changes

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  • FlixBus
    21:4013h55
    Glasgow
    11:35Newport
    £371One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • National Express
    8:4010h55
    Glasgow
    19:35Newport
    £401One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Glasgow to Newport

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.

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There are 3 options to travel between Glasgow and Newport including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Newport is a coach with an average price of £71.

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Newport:

A coach is £41 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £112.

A coach is £106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Newport costing on average £177.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Newport is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Newport take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 7m.

Coach takes on average 12h 37m.

The Glasgow to Newport distance is approximately 483 km.
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Newport is:
  • Around 7 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

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.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Newport:
  • Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Central (GLC) and arrive in Newport (South Wales) (NWP).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Newport, Queensway.
  • Flights mostly depart from Glasgow International Airport and arrive in Bristol Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Newport, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet to go to Newport by flight.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Newport by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Newport by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Glasgow to Newport:
  • 3 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Newport often also extend their vacation to go to London, Cardiff Central (CDF), London Paddington (PAD), Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newport and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Glasgow to Newport, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
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.

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