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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £1 - £5 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to train which takes 13 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensway Q1 and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Newport 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 to Cardiff?

The distance between Newport and Cardiff is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.9 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 13 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

Newport to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Newport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Newport to Cardiff is to train which takes 13 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Newport to Cardiff bus arrive?

Newport to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Newport to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Cardiff is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Newport to Cardiff.

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

Book your Newport to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Newport to Cardiff?

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

Newport to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Newport to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
13 min
£5–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
30 min
£1–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Newport to Cardiff12.6 mi
33 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport to Cardiff12.9 mi
22 min
£50–65
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Cardiff12.9 mi
22 min
£4–5

Newport to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 13 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GD every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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