4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Newport to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Cardiff will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Newport for Cardiff on Mon, Nov 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 35 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 bus for Newport to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 17 km
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newport to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Cardiff buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:40 PM Newport, Queensway | 0h35 | 1:15 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 PM Newport, Queensway | 0h35 | 5:10 PM Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newport to Cardiff
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Buses from Newport to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 17 km distance in 35m.
Distance 17 km |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales, FlixBus, Stagecoach South Wales, Newport Bus from Newport to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Newport to Cardiff with National Express, Transport for Wales, FlixBus, Stagecoach South Wales, Newport Bus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newport to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Cardiff by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Newport, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Newport, Kingsway and Newport, Queensway. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your trip in coach stations like Cardiff, North Rd (Cathays High School), Cardiff, University and Cardiff, North Road (St Josephs Convent).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newport, Kingsway, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, North Rd (Cathays High School), located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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