What is the cheapest way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle is to bus and line 111 bus which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Kidwelly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport station to Kidwelly Castle. However, there are services departing from Newport Train Station and arriving at Boot & Shoe via Swansea Bus Station Stand P and Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Kidwelly Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Kidwelly. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

The distance between Newport and Kidwelly Castle is 78 miles. The road distance is 70.5 miles.

How do I travel from Newport to Kidwelly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

The train from Newport (S Wales) to Kidwelly takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Newport to Kidwelly Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newport to Kidwelly Castle train from?

Newport to Kidwelly Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

The best way to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Newport to Kidwelly Castle bus arrive?

Newport to Kidwelly Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Newport to Kidwelly Castle train arrive?

Newport to Kidwelly Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Kidwelly station.

Can I drive from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Kidwelly Castle is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Newport to Kidwelly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Newport to Kidwelly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Kidwelly Castle?

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Newport to Kidwelly Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 111 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Newport to Kidwelly Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Kidwellytrain Newport / ...
2h 3m
£30–70
Bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
4h 16m
£13–17
Drive 70.1 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Kidwelly Castlecar 70.1 mi
1h 29m
£17–25
Train via Swansea
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Kidwellytrain Newport / ...
2h 32m
£31–66
Bus, line 111 bus via Kingsway K14
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
4h 26m
£17–31

Newport to Kidwelly Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Kidwelly Castle, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Kidwelly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newport Train Station to Kidwelly Castle via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4, and Boot & Shoe in around 4h 16m.

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