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13/12/2025
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London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train

The journey from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train is 247.5 mi and takes 3 hrs 15 mins. There are 86 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:45 and the last at 19:33. It is possible to travel from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train for as little as £40.72 or as much as £214.05. The best price for this journey is £40.72.

Lowest Price £40.72
Journey Duration 3 hrs 15 mins
Connection per Day 86
Lowest Price £40.72
Highest Price £214.05
First Departure 05:45
Last Departure 19:33
Distance 247.5 mi
Departure London
Arrival Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Carriers CrossCountry, Northern Rail

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When travelling to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway and Lumo from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne
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London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
27.88kg
Bus
29.87kg
Flight
79.66kg
Car
63.73kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne are 27.88kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne? By taking the train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne you will save 51.78kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.99kg compared to a bus and 35.85kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
A train ticket from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is £74.35. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £40.72.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is £40.72. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train?
London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is 247.5 mi.
How long does the train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne take?
London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is on average 3 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 38 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
The train journey from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Lumo and London North Eastern Railway.
How many train connections per day go from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne has 86 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne leave?
The earliest train from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 05:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne depart?
The latest train from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 19:33. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £40.72 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are on average 31 direct connection(s) from London to go to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is 2 hrs 38 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by train?
The train journey from London to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne creates 27.88kg of CO2 emissions.

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