How to travel from Chester to Newport, United Kingdom

The distance between Chester and Newport is around 219km (136 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Chester to Newport by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Newport (S Wales).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    £76($90)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

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Drive

Drive to Newport.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance222km (138 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chester and Newport

There are several options for getting from Chester to Newport by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £76 ($90) and will take around 2h 40m.

The distance between Chester and Newport is around 219km (136 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 178km (111 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Chester and Newport by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chester to Newport is to take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx £76 ($90).

The cheapest way to travel between Chester and Newport, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £76 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chester and Newport. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chester and Newport with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a week and takes 2h 40m.

Transport for Wales run train services between Chester and Newport. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chester and Newport. We recommend that you take the train to Newport (S Wales). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chester to Newport. We recommend that you take the train to Newport (S Wales). instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Newport is Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Newport. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Chester and Newport. The distance is around 222km (138 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chester to Newport is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around £76 ($90).

How do I get from Chester to Newport

Compare travel optionsbetween Chester and Newport

Transport options from Chester to Newport
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 40m
£76($90)
every 4 hours219km (136 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
£39($46)
on demand222km (138 miles)

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Airports near Newport

The following major airports near Newport offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

BRS
Bristol Airport (BRS)
International Airport
Distance
30km (19 miles) from Newport
CWL
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
32km (20 miles) from Newport
EXT
Exeter Airport (EXT)
International Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Newport