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

The cheapest way to get from Newport Station to Cardiff is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 13 min and costs £4 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Newport Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newport Train Station station and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Newport Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Newport Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Newport Station and Cardiff is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £4 - £10.

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

The train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Central takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Newport Station to Cardiff bus from?

Newport Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newport Train Station.

Where do I catch the Newport Station to Cardiff train from?

Newport Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Newport Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 13 min and costs £4 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Newport Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Newport Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Newport Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Newport Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Newport Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport Station to Cardiff is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Newport Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Newport Station to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newport Station to Cardiff?

Book your Newport Station to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Can I share a ride from Newport Station to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Newport Station and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Newport Station to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Newport Station to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
13 min
£4–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
35 min
£1–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Newport to Cardiffrideshare 12.6 mi
33 min
£1–5
Bus via Friars Walk 14
1. Take the bus from Friars Walk 14 to Law Courts RJbus X30
42 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport Station to Cardifftaxi 13.4 mi
24 min
£50–65
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Newport Station to Cardiffcar 13.4 mi
24 min
£4–5

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 13 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newport Train Station to Cardiff North Road hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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