First train | 04:11 | |
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Last train | 23:23 | |
Departure station | Chelmsford | |
Arrival station | Newport (South Wales) | |
Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
Frequency | 62 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Price | From £57.10 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 35 minutes to travel the 149 miles (240 km) from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 62 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to Newport (South Wales). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £57.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Newport (South Wales) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Chelmsford and Newport (South Wales) is 4 hours and 35 minutes, with around 62 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) can start from as little as £57.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales). Travelling from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) leaves at 04:11. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) leaves at 23:23. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Chelmsford to Newport (South Wales) cover a distance of around 149 miles (240 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Newport (South Wales) to Chelmsford.
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