Newport to Bristol train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Nov 17

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€19

Fastest journey

28 m

Average duration

36 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newport to Bristol will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Newport for Bristol on Mon, Nov 17, 5 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 trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

On Mon, Nov 17 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.

Great Western Rail
11:04AM0h28
Newport
11:32AMBristol
151One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
07:13PM0h42
Newport
07:55PMBristol
191One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
07:41AM0h38
Newport
08:19AMBristol
191One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
04:25AM1h06
Newport
05:31AMBristol
191One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
12:13PM0h37
Newport
12:50PMBristol
201One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Newport to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newport to Bristol 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 36m. 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 31 km

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Most popular
Bus

€19

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Newport to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Bristol trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:43 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western8:36 AM Newport
0h39
9:15 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
great_western9:13 AM Newport
0h38
9:51 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
great_western12:13 PM Newport
0h35
12:48 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
great_western12:40 PM Newport
0h31
1:11 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
great_western2:41 PM Newport
0h31
3:12 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Newport to Bristol by train or bus

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Newport to Bristol?

The best time to book your train from Newport to Bristol is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Newport to Bristol route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Newport to Bristol per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Newport to Bristol.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Newport to Bristol

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Trains from Newport to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
31 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
28m
First train
04:53
Last train
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newport to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newport and Bristol from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
€8
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
€32
first_great_western frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Trains from Newport to Bristol

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Newport to Bristol can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Newport to Bristol is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Newport to Bristol is 31 min   to travel the 31 km long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Newport to Bristol leaves at 05: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Newport to Bristol leaves at 22: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Newport to Bristol without having to change trains with first_great_western. There are 3 direct trains from Newport to Bristol each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Newport to Bristol train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Bristol from Newport to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 45.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Newport (South Wales), which is located around 0.3 miles (506 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bristol Temple Meads, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Bristol from Newport is worth doing with a journey time of 31 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Newport to Bristol by train is February.
You have options as you can travel between Newport and Bristol 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Newport to Bristol

Newport
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Newport is Newport (South Wales). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newport (South Wales) for your trip from Newport to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: High Street
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Newport (South Wales)
  • 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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