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Newcastle to Paisley St James by train

First train

04:42

Last train

18:35

Departure station

Newcastle

Arrival station

Paisley St James

Journey time

From 3h 18m

Distance

127 miles (204 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

About the train journey from Newcastle to Paisley St James

Want to travel from Newcastle to Paisley St James by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Newcastle to Paisley St James usually takes 3 hours 51 minutes on average to travel 127 miles (204 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 18 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Paisley St James, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Newcastle to Paisley St James if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Newcastle to Paisley St James? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Newcastle to Paisley St James take?

The average journey time by train between Newcastle and Paisley St James is 3 hours and 51 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Newcastle and Paisley St James by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Newcastle to Paisley St James is 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Newcastle to Paisley St James?

No, there are no direct train services from Newcastle to Paisley St James. Travelling from Newcastle to Paisley St James by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Newcastle to Paisley St James leave?

The first train from Newcastle to Paisley St James leaves at 04:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Newcastle to Paisley St James leave?

The last train from Newcastle to Paisley St James leaves at 18:35. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Newcastle and Paisley St James by train?

Trains travelling from Newcastle to Paisley St James cover a distance of around 127 miles (204 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Paisley St James

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Newcastle to Paisley St James is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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