First train | 04:51 | |
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Last train | 16:35 | |
Departure station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
Arrival station | Newcastle | |
Journey time | From 4h 53m | |
Distance | 246 miles (397 km) | |
Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £40.60 | |
Train operators |
CrossCountry trains all come with a First Class option. There's a buffet car on most trains, if not, then there will be a buffet cart providing at-seat service. Most CrossCountry trains on this route feature a Quiet Coach and there's free WiFi if you travel in First Class (WiFi can be purchased for a small fee if you're seated in Standard).
For more information visit our CrossCountry page.
Starting your journey from Bristol, you'll be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the countryside from the South West of England right up to the Central Lowlands of Scotland. Your first stop will be the Cotswolds, the bucolic villages of South-Central England that have strayed into the 21st-century from another era.
After that, the train journey takes you to Birmingham, the Peak District, Sheffield and Leeds before heading to York. A few hours later and you'll reach your final destination; Newcastle, a city renowned for its lively nightlife and friendly personality.
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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 Bristol Temple Meads to Newcastle is right for you.
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