Newport (South Wales) to University (Birmingham) by train
| First train | 05:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:03 | |
| Departure station | Newport (South Wales) | |
| Arrival station | University (Birmingham) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 35m | |
| Distance | 75 miles (120 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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How to travel from Newport (South Wales) to University (Birmingham) by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Newport (South Wales) to University (Birmingham)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 23 trains per day running between Newport (South Wales) and University (Birmingham), which usually take 1 hour 40 minutes to complete the 75 miles (120 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 35 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. CrossCountry trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to University (Birmingham).
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Newport (South Wales) to University (Birmingham) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to University (Birmingham)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Newport (South Wales) to University (Birmingham)
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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