The average train between Welshpool and Newport takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Welshpool 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 2 hours between Welshpool and Newport. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Newport at 11:49 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Newport. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Newport station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Welshpool to Newport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Newport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
Book your Welshpool to Newport train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Newport is 119.7 km. The road distance is 183 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales) hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 42m.