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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Plymouth | Newport (South Wales) | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Newport (South Wales) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Newport (South Wales) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Plymouth | Newport (South Wales) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:30 PM GMT.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Newport
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newport. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 564, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 564 - R 892 | Average duration5h | 4kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 1 781 - R 3 225 | Average duration3h | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 377 - R 377 | Average duration2h 20m | 7kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 781
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Newport by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Newport?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Newport start from R 1 781. The average price for this train route is around R 2 400. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Newport?
The average train journey time from Plymouth to Newport is 3h, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Newport route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Newport?
The earliest train from Plymouth to Newport departs at 08:27. And the latest train departs at 20:16.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Newport was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 527To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Newport as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 527 to R 3 119 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Newport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 081, which is on 2025-12-16.
