The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Newport
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Newport will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Newport on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 42 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 Bristol to Newport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 31 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Newport trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L17227 | On time 9:05 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h42 | 9:47 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L17228 | On time 9:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h32 | 10:10 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L16985 · L16760 | On time 9:39 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h35 | 10:14 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 1 transfer | |
L17229 | On time 10:05 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h34 | 10:39 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C74895 | On time 10:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h26 | 10:48 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L16801 | On time 10:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h29 | 11:09 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Newport
Trains from Bristol to Newport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 28m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Newport trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Newport from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Newport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Newport 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Newport (South Wales), located 0.1 miles (206 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Newport
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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