What is the cheapest way to get from Newport to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newport to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Castle Hotel and arriving at Tresillian Way via Synod Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Fishguard & Goodwick and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Newport to Cardiff?

The distance between Newport and Cardiff is 127 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

How do I travel from Newport to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Newport to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Newport to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Newport to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Cardiff bus from?

Newport to Cardiff bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Castle Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Cardiff train from?

Newport to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Fishguard & Goodwick station.

Train or bus from Newport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Newport to Cardiff bus arrive?

Newport to Cardiff bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Synod Inn station.

Where does the Newport to Cardiff train arrive?

Newport to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Newport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Cardiff is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Newport to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1735+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Newport to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newport to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Cardiff Centraltrain Fishguard Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 59m
£47–82
Drive 97.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport to Cardiffcar 97.4 mi
2h 2m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castle Hotel to Synod Innbus T5
2. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Tresillian Waybus T1c
5h 39m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus 460
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 44m

Newport to Cardiff by bus and train

19Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Newport, Pembrokeshire, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Cardiff Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Hotel to Tresillian Way via Synod Inn in around 5h 39m.

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