How to travel from Newport to Lichfield, United Kingdom

The distance between Newport and Lichfield is around 181km (112 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Newport to Lichfield by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LichfieldNewport if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Lichfield City.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £59($70)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Birmingham Coach Station Digbeth and then to Lichfield City Centre Bus Station.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    £9($11)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Lichfield.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Distance190km (118 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Newport and Lichfield

There are several options for getting from Newport to Lichfield by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £9 ($11) and will take around 3h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £33 ($39).

The distance between Newport and Lichfield is around 181km (112 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 145km (90 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Newport and Lichfield by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Newport to Lichfield is to drive which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx £33 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Newport and Lichfield, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £9 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Newport and Lichfield. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Newport to Lichfield. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Birmingham New Street. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

CrossCountry, London Midland and Transport for Wales run train services between Newport and Lichfield. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Newport and Lichfield. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Newport to Lichfield. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Birmingham Coach Station Digbeth and Tesco Express. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

National Express and NX West Midlands run regular bus services between Newport and Lichfield. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 3h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Newport to Lichfield. We recommend that you take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Lichfield City. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Lichfield is Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Lichfield. East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) 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 Newport and Lichfield. The distance is around 190km (118 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Newport to Lichfield is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around £59 ($70).

How do I get from Newport to Lichfield

Compare travel optionsbetween Newport and Lichfield

Transport options from Newport to Lichfield
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 25m
£59($70)
hourly181km (112 miles)
Train via Hereford2h 55m
£41($48)
hourly183km (114 miles)
Bus
3h 15m
£9($11)
4 times a day182km (113 miles)
Drive
1h 60m
£33($39)
on demand190km (118 miles)

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Airports near Lichfield

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

BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
26km (16 miles) from Lichfield
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Lichfield
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Lichfield