Newport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newport

With a population of 117 326, Newport is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newport to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Newport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Junction 28 (28 Station Approach) and The Ridgeway Bar & Kitchen (2 Ridgeway Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Newport

Newport in November
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newport in November
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newport

Plane

Although Newport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 30 km from Newport. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Blue Islands and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Newport, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Newport to London takes 1h 35m and costs around £25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £46 for a 3h 04m trip. Located 0.2 km from the city centre, Newport is the busiest station in Newport. Another popular train station is Newport Rogerstone, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Newport. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Newport takes 177 km and will cost you around £27. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £18 for a journey of 193 km. Newport’s bus station is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Newport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 30 km from Newport. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Blue Islands and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Newport, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Newport to London takes 1h 35m and costs around £25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £46 for a 3h 04m trip. Located 0.2 km from the city centre, Newport is the busiest station in Newport. Another popular train station is Newport Rogerstone, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Newport. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Newport takes 177 km and will cost you around £27. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £18 for a journey of 193 km. Newport’s bus station is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Newport

Airlines serving Newport

KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (776 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,451 reviews)
GOL
Good (681 reviews)
Vueling
Good (811 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (515 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (491 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (152 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (94 reviews)
Corendon Airlines
Okay (13 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (103 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newport

Average rates range from around £141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £114 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newport

Most booked hotels in Newport

Mercure Newport
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£60+
Holiday Inn Express Newport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£59+
New House Country Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£129+
Brewers Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£45+
Coldra Court Hotel by Celtic Manor
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£77+
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£133+

Hiring a car in Newport

Hiring a car in Newport costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Newport, while also 85% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Newport costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Bristol.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Newport, while also 85% cheaper than other types, on average.