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London to Newcastle by train
It takes an average of 3h 21m to travel from London to Newcastle by train, over a distance of around 247 miles (397 km). There are normally 79 trains per day traveling from London to Newcastle and tickets for this journey start from $37.05 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:48 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:03 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Newcastle | |
| Journey time | From 2h 36m | |
| Distance | 247 miles (397 km) | |
| Frequency | 79 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $37.05 | |
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Traveling from London to Newcastle by train
Planning a trip to the northeast and need more information on how to travel by train from London to Newcastle? Look no further!
Usually, the journey from London to Newcastle by train is 3 hours and 10 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 37 minutes. On this route between these two popular cities, you’ll find around 45 direct trains, so you can make yourself comfortable because you don’t need to make any changes.
On this route, you’ll board a train at London Kings Cross station, operated by either London North Eastern Railway (LNER) or Lumo. No matter who you end up traveling with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as free WiFi and comfortable seating. If you’d prefer to travel in style, upgrade to LNER First Class and enjoy complimentary food and drink, plenty of legroom and power sockets. Whichever operator you are traveling with, you will arrive at Newcastle station.
Once you’ve arrived, you’ll find yourself in the heart of Newcastle. From here, you can easily reach some of the city’s most popular locations, such as Newcastle Castle and Gateshead Millennium Bridge. For more inspiration, read our expert guide to the best things to do in Newcastle. Just outside Newcastle, you'll find the eastern end of Hadrian's Wall, one of the best Roman ruins outside Rome.
Want to take advantage of the best train deals? Try traveling during Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours between Monday and Friday. If you’d like to save even more, try booking an Advance ticket, as they are usually cheaper compared to purchasing tickets on the day of travel.
Keen to begin? Start your search for cheap train tickets from London to Newcastle with us today. For more information, keep reading for our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, FAQs and tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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