What is the cheapest way to get from Bath to Newtown?

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Newtown is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Newtown?

The fastest way to get from Bath to Newtown is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Bath to Newtown?

The distance between Bath and Newtown is 166 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bath to Newtown without a car?

The best way to get from Bath to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bath to Newtown?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Bath to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Newtown bus from?

Bath to Newtown bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Newtown train from?

Bath to Newtown train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Newtown?

The best way to get from Bath to Newtown is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Bath to Newtown bus arrive?

Bath to Newtown bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bath to Newtown train arrive?

Bath to Newtown train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Bath to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Newtown is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bath to Newtown.

How do I get a train ticket from Bath to Newtown?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bath to Newtown?

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Where can I stay near Newtown?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train
4h 43m
£65–120
Drive 110.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Newtowncar 110.2 mi
2h 50m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Park Streetbus T4
6h 12m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
7h 5m
£35–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Park Streetbus T4
8h 19m

Bath to Newtown by train

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Distance: 164.9 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Newtown (Powys) via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 5m.

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