How to get from Newport to Cardiff by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Newport to Cardiff in Wales: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Newport (S Wales) station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min.

16min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Newport (S Wales)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newport
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Swansea
  • 3
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES

Take one direct train from Newport to Cardiff in Wales: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Newport (S Wales) station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min.

20min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Newport (S Wales)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newport
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Carmarthen
  • 3
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Newport to Cardiff

The distance between Newport, Wales and Cardiff, Wales is approximately 11.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 16 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newport to Cardiff by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wales – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Newport

Newport is located at Newport, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Queensway Q5, Newport.

Bus stations close to Newport:

  • Queensway Q5, Newport
  • Queensway Q6, Newport
  • Queensway Q1, Newport

Public transport stations close to Cardiff, Wales

Cardiff is located at Cardiff, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Canal Street Jf, Cardiff.

Train stations close to Cardiff:

  • Cardiff Central
  • Heath
  • Cardiff Bay

Bus stations close to Cardiff:

  • Canal Street Jf, Cardiff
  • Wyndham Arcade Stop Na, Cardiff
  • Westgate Street Kh, Cardiff

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES

Take one direct train from Newport to Cardiff in Wales: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Newport (S Wales) station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min.

20min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Newport (S Wales)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newport
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Carmarthen
  • 3
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 16 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newport to Cardiff?

    The alternative route takes 20 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • Is there a direct train between Newport and Cardiff in Wales?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Newport to Cardiff in Wales in 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Newport to Cardiff in Wales?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Swansea station near Newport to Cardiff Central station near Cardiff in Wales.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newport to Cardiff in Wales by train?

    The total travel time between Newport and Cardiff in Wales by train is about 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Newport to get to Cardiff in Wales?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Swansea station near Newport in Wales.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Newport and Cardiff in Wales?

    Get off the train at the null station, which is closest to Cardiff in Wales.

  • When is the first train from Newport to Cardiff in Wales?

    The first train from Newport to Cardiff in Wales is Great Western Railway. It leaves the Newport (S Wales) station at 10:25.

  • When is the last bus from Newport to Cardiff in Wales?

    The last bus from Newport to Cardiff in Wales is the Cardiff - Newport line. It leaves the Market Square 24, Newport stop at 19:40.

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