Newport County host Tranmere Rovers in Sky Bet League Two on Saturday afternoon (3pm).
Ahead of your trip to Rodney Parade, here’s everything you need to know about the game.
If it’s your first time joining the Amber Army, make sure to visit our First Time Visits page to get all the information you need ahead of kick-off.
GET YOUR TICKETS
Tickets for our clash with Tranmere Rovers are still available to purchase online. The Ticket Office will be open on matchday from 10am until 15 minutes into the game.
Purchase in advance to secure your spot and avoid the additional £2 walk-up fee on the day.
Prices are as follows:
| Age | Seated Advance | Seated Walk-Up | Terrace Advance | Terrace Walk-Up | 100 Club Advance | 100 Club Walk-Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (22-59) | £24 | £26 | £21 | £23 | £31 | £33 |
| Senior (60+) | £20 | £22 | £19 | £21 | £26 | £28 |
| Young Adult (16-21) | £18 | £20 | £15 | £17 | £22 | £24 |
| Under 16 | £12 | £14 | £12 | £14 | £16 | £18 |
| Under 6 | £0 | £0 | £0 | £0 | £7 | £9 |
*Fans are reminded to bring their season cards with them to access entry into the ground.
GETTING TO RODNEY PARADE
There are many ways to get to Rodney Parade:
By Train
The nearest train station is Newport (Gwent), just a short 10-minute walk from the ground.
- Exit the station via Platform 1.
- Cross the road and turn left, following the pavement as it curves past Delilah’s Café.
- Continue straight past the Market Arcade and Popadom’s Indian Restaurant.
- Take the staircase on your right and go through the underpass, bringing you out at Clarence Street Bridge.
- Cross the bridge and take your first right onto Rodney Road.
By Car
From the West:
- Take Junction 26 from the M4.
- Take the 3rd exit off the roundabout onto Malpas Road.
- Take the 2nd exit off the next roundabout.
- At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit across the River Usk.
- At the traffic lights, bear right onto Chepstow Road.
- Take the 1st right onto Cedar Road, then the 1st right onto Corporation Road.
- Take the 1st left onto Grafton Road—Rodney Parade is on your left.
From the East:
- Take Junction 25a from the M4.
- Take the 1st exit off the roundabout onto Heidenheim Way.
- Take the 1st exit off the flyover.
- Take the 2nd exit off the roundabout.
- At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit across the River Usk.
- At the traffic lights, bear right onto Chepstow Road.
- Take the 1st right onto Cedar Road, then the 1st right onto Corporation Road.
- Take the 1st left onto Grafton Road—Rodney Parade is on your left.
By Bus: Travel to Rodney Parade for Just £1!
For our final game of the 2024-25 Sky Bet League Two season, we're teaming up with our partners Newport Bus to make your matchday even easier.
All match ticket holders for our game against Tranmere Rovers – as well as 2024-25 Newport County season ticket holders – can travel to Rodney Parade for just £1!
Matchday Offer Details:
- Available to: Tranmere match ticket holders & Newport County season ticket holders
- Fare: £1 on selected Newport Bus services
- Proof of ticket or season card must be shown when boarding
- For full timetable information, visit www.newportbus.co.uk.
ARRIVING AT RODNEY PARADE
Supporters are encouraged to arrive early to ensure smooth entry before kick-off at 3pm. Stadium gates will open at 2pm.
PRIOR TO KICK-OFF
Join County in the Community in the marquee before kick-off, where young Exiles can take part in a variety of activities, including:
- Table football and other games.
- Meet Spytty the Dog and first-team players.
Fans can also enjoy the early kick-off on TV and soak up the pre-match atmosphere with fan-favourite music playing before the action gets underway at Rodney Parade.
Get in the Game Day Spirit!
Join us this Saturday before kick-off and enjoy £1 off all draft beers in the marquee as part of our pre-match build-up.
It’s the perfect way to warm up for the big game — soak up the atmosphere, grab a pint with friends, and enjoy the buzz before the action begins.
Don’t miss out — head to the marquee early and kick off your matchday the right way!
PARKING
There are several public car parks in Newport City Centre within walking distance of Rodney Parade:
- Kingsway (Multi-storey) – NP20 1EX (Open until midnight)
- Friars Walk Car Park – NP20 1EA (Open 24 hours)
- Riverfront Car Park – NP20 1HG
- Emlyn Street Parking – NP20 1ES
- Clarence Car Park (Multi-storey)
Please note: There is no parking available inside Rodney Parade.
FOOD & DRINK
Food kiosks and burger stands are located in the stadium concourse, serving a range of food and drinks. Please note that all purchases inside the stadium are card-only.
CLUB SHOP
The VX3 Club Shop is located in Friars Walk Shopping Centre, just a 5-10 minute walk from Rodney Parade.
A smaller club shop is also available next to the Ticket Office at Rodney Parade for matchday shopping. Please be aware this shop can get busy on matchdays.
The club shop will be open until 2:45pm.
PICK UP A MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
No matchday experience is complete without a programme!
Our official matchday programme, ‘The Exile’, can be purchased from sellers at:
- The Club Shop
- Outside the stadium
- Inside the ground
Price: £2
MATCHDAY PLAYLIST
As the season wraps up with our final game against Tranmere, this week’s playlist features the perfect tracks for the weather! Including songs from Kasabian, Idles, Sam Fender, Kings of Leon, Saint Motel, Joe Kelly & The Royal Pharmacy, plus the latest single from local artist Ernie Emmanuel.
View the full playlist HERE.
HOW TO FOLLOW
If you’re unable to attend the game at Rodney Parade, you can follow all the action on Exiles TV.
Audio commentary packages remain available to supporters in the UK and international regions.
Exiles TV packages are priced at:
- £2.50 per individual streaming pass (Audio)
- £10 per individual streaming pass (Video – available outside the UK)
Passes can be purchased HERE.
Alternatively, you can follow the action across our social media channels throughout the afternoon, including post-match interviews. If you wish to follow the match in Welsh, please visit our Welsh X page - @YrAlltudion.
