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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Newport to Swansea. The train trip from Newport to Swansea is usually about one hour and 21 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Arriva Trains Wales train can get you there in as little as one hour and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 41 mi (65 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 9m |
| Lowest price | £8.74 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Newport to Swansea?
There are 4 train lines with service from Newport to Swansea. Great Western Railway is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales | 1 | 1h 9m | £8.74 |
| CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 1h 41m | £17.78 |
| Great Western Railway | 5 | 1h 15m | £12.60 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 1 | 1h 50m | £17.78 |
Arriva Trains Wales is a friendly and reliable operator of passenger rail services in Wales with services that cross the border into England. Destinations for Arriva Trains Wales services in Wales include Newport, Wrexham, Birmingham, and Manchester. Onboard, passengers will find power outlets and restrooms, plus snacks and beverages available for purchase from a café car or roving trolley service.
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Newport to Swansea start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Swansea. CrossCountry + Connections in Newport leaves from Newport South Wales Train Station . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Newport to Swansea train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 1 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Newport to Swansea start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Swansea. Great Western Railway + Connections in Newport leaves from Newport South Wales Train Station . And in Swansea trains arrive at Swansea Train Station .
From Newport to Swansea train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 1 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Swansea faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Newport to Swansea. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Newport at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Swansea. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Swansea to Newport.
City Information
Newport
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Link to image attributionLying on the River Usk northeast of Cardiff, Newport is a city in the far southeast of Wales. Once famous for its coal exports, Newport and its historic docks now welcome visitors to explore the sights and activities in this vibrant city.
To get a taste of Welsh culture and tradition, visit the Newport Indoor Market. Reconstructed in 1887, this traditional market hall is a great place to taste local foods, like bara brith and Welsh cakes, or pick up some handmade crafts.
South Wales is known for its castles, and Newport lives up to this reputation. Built in the 14th century, Newport Castle sits on an embankment overlooking the River Usk. Although you can't enter the castle, plenty of footpaths provide trails around the building for 360-degree viewing.
Although Newport has attracted many of the big-name brands and usual high street shops, what makes the city special is that it has managed to maintain a large proportion of its independent stores, restaurants, and cafes. You can find some of the best shopping and dining on Clytha Park Road, the perfect place to begin a pleasant walk.
Newport is accessible via rail, thanks to many rail services between London Paddington and South Wales. National Express coaches also provide service from Newport to London, Bristol, Cardiff, and their airports, among other destinations.
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlours.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent coach services to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newport?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Newport South Wales Train Station
Trains to Newport arrive at Newport Railway Station, northwest of the city centre. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales Rail, and CrossCountry operate routes that stop at the Newport Rail Station. The station first opened in 1850, but the modern station building hardly shows its age. The covered platforms have a newsstand, a few cafés, and restrooms. There are a few car parks, a taxi rank, and bus stops, so it's easy to get to the railway station no matter what mode of transport you choose.
All train stations in Newport:
Newport South Wales Train Station
Where is the train station in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Swansea Train Station
Trains to Swansea arrive at the Swansea Train Station on the northern edge of the city centre. Opened in 1850, the station overlooks the Swansea Canal to the east. The historic building is not huge but includes a coffee shop and essential amenities. It is the terminus of regular services from London and serves as an intermediate stop for hourly Great Western Railways trains between Cardiff, West Wales, and Manchester. Transport for Wales operates additional routes from Swansea to cities throughout Wales.
Train stations in Swansea:
Swansea Train Station
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