It is 39 miles 72 chains (64.2 km) down the line from London Liverpool Street and is situated between Elsenham and Audley End stations.

A contemporary newspaper, the Chelmsford Chronicle, recorded the applause and welcome the villagers gave to the first train passing through on 29 July 1845; "The music of the military band mingled at Stansted and Newport with the cheers of the mustered throngs, while the line of flags upon the carriages which danced as they rapidly cut the air, gave to the progress of the train not merely the character of gaiety, but an air of grandeur.

"[1] The station design is similar to others on the same line, particularly Great Chesterford and March, with only slight variants in construction and detailing.

With commuters bound for London and Cambridge and children attending Joyce Frankland Academy it is people's first sight of Newport - their introduction to the village.

The station is 165 years old In conjunction with National Express East Anglia, Network Rail, British Transport Police and local businesses NBA is renovating the Station, making the gateway into Newport welcoming, attractive and secure for businesses, residents and visitors alike.

[3] The booking office is staffed during the weekday mornings peak (06:30-09:30), and waiting rooms on both platforms are open when staff are present.