Swansea to Newport train with Great Western Rail

Wed, Nov 26
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Newport

Showing times and prices for Nov 27

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€22

Fastest journey

1 h 8 m

Average duration

1 h 19 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

65 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Newport will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Swansea for Newport on Thu, Nov 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .

On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.

Transport for WalesG56051
08:52AM1h14
Swansea station (SWA)
10:06AMNewport (South Wales) (NWP)
121One-way
0 transfers
Transport for WalesG56285 · G56080
09:27AM1h39
Swansea station (SWA)
11:06AMNewport (South Wales) (NWP)
141One-way
1 transfer
Transport for WalesG56285+CrossCountryC23489
09:27AM1h30
Swansea station (SWA)
10:57AMNewport (South Wales) (NWP)
261One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailP08481
09:22AM1h08
Swansea station (SWA)
10:30AMNewport (South Wales) (NWP)
261One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailP08479
08:21AM1h09
Swansea station (SWA)
09:30AMNewport (South Wales) (NWP)
261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Swansea to Newport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €5.

Distance: 65 km

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€12

Average price

€8

Average price

Cheapest

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Rail

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Direct Options

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

Live departures

Swansea to Newport train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Newport trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:38 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_westernP08472
On time
4:59 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h06
6:05 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08473
On time
5:29 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h06
6:35 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
0 transfersDirect
transport_for_walesG56047
On time
5:43 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h16
6:59 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08474
On time
5:57 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h06
7:03 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08475
On time
6:26 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h10
7:36 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
0 transfersDirect
transport_for_walesG56263 · G56049
On time
6:31 AM Swansea station (SWA)
1h35
8:06 AM Newport (South Wales) (NWP)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Newport

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Trains from Swansea to Newport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 6m.

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
Distance
65 km
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:56
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Swansea to Newport trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Newport from €5. 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
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
€6
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

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
€8
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€50
first_great_western frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Newport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Swansea to Newport can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swansea to Newport is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swansea to Newport train travel time is 1 h 6 min   for the 65 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Swansea to Newport leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Swansea to Newport leaves at 23: 51.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Swansea to Newport without having to change trains with first_great_western. There are 6 direct trains from Swansea to Newport each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Swansea to Newport train with Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Swansea and Newport as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 51.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Swansea, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Newport (South Wales), located 0.1 miles (205 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Newport from Swansea is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to Newport by train is May.
You have options as you can travel to Newport from Swansea 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea to Newport

Swansea
Newport
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Newport.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: on concourse
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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