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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Risca is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Risca is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Risca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensway Q5 and arriving at Spar. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Risca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Risca & Pontymister. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Newport to Risca?

The distance between Newport and Risca is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

How do I travel from Newport to Risca without a car?

The best way to get from Newport to Risca without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Newport to Risca?

The train from Newport (S Wales) to Risca & Pontymister takes 15 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Newport to Risca bus from?

Newport to Risca bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Queensway Q5 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Risca train from?

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

Train or bus from Newport to Risca?

The best way to get from Newport to Risca is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 27 min.

Where does the Newport to Risca bus arrive?

Newport to Risca bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Spar station.

Where does the Newport to Risca train arrive?

Newport to Risca train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Risca & Pontymister station.

Can I drive from Newport to Risca?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Risca is 6 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Newport to Risca.

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

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Where can I stay near Risca?

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Newport to Risca - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newport to Risca by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Newport to Risca by train

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Risca & Pontymister hourly. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Queensway Q5 to Spar every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 27 min. Newport Bus also services this route hourly.

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