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Newport to Skewen Bus Schedule
Bus from Newport to Skewen: Journey Information
There are 17 intercity buses per day from Newport to Skewen. Traveling by bus from Newport to Skewen usually takes around one hour and 40 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 37 mi (59 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $5.69 |
| Trips per day | 17 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Newport to Skewen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Newport to Skewen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 15 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 15 | 1h 40m | $8.06 |
| National Express | 5 | 1h 44m | $12.56 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 15 trips from Newport to Skewen, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 40 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Newport to Skewen from $8. There are 5 trips per day offered by National Express from Newport to Skewen and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Skewen. In Newport, National Express departs to Skewen from South Wales Riverfront Theatre . In Skewen, National Express arrives at Swansea University - Bay Campus .
An average trip on National Express from Newport to Skewen takes 1 hours and 44 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Skewen in 1 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Skewen.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Newport to Skewen
The bus takes an average of one hour and 40 minutes to cover the 37 miles from Newport to Skewen. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 25 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Skewen at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Newport to Skewen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 17 scheduled buses that travel from Newport to Skewen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Newport to Skewen without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newport to Skewen; ticket prices start at $10.90.
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 buses also provide service from Newport to London, Bristol, Cardiff, and their airports, among other destinations.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from 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 center. 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 parking lots, a taxi stand, and bus stops, so it's easy to get to the railway station no matter what mode of transport you choose.
All bus stations in Newport:
Newport South Wales Train Station
South Wales Riverfront Theatre
Where does the bus arrive in Skewen?
Main arrival station: Swansea University - Bay Campus
All buses from Newport arrive at one main station in Skewen.
All bus stations in Skewen:
Swansea University - Bay Campus
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