The average train between Edinburgh and Newport takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Newport. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Newport. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Newport at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Newport? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Newport. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Newport station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Edinburgh to Newport train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Newport train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
Book your Edinburgh to Newport train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Newport is 485.5 km. The road distance is 591 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newport (S Wales) via Crewe in around 6h 10m.