🚌 Bus from Newport to Cathays Park
3 direct routes · about 30 min · first bus 03:15, last bus 02:45 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 509 | National Express | ~30 min | 22 | 03:15 | 02:45 | Kingsway K14 (Stand K14) |
| UK940 | FlixBus | ~35 min | 15 | 10:10 | 03:40 | Queensway Q1 (Stand Q1) |
| 216 | National Express | ~25 min | 12 | 01:00 | 23:12 | Kingsway K14 (Stand K14) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Newport on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Newport to Cathays Park?
3 routes run directly from Newport to Cathays Park: the 509 (National Express), the UK940 (FlixBus), the 216 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Newport to Cathays Park?
Around 30 minutes on the 509, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Newport to Cathays Park?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 509) leaves around 03:15 and the last around 02:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Newport to Cathays Park?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.