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Cumbernauld to Newcastle by train
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:56 | |
| Departure station | Cumbernauld | |
| Arrival station | Newcastle | |
| Journey time | From 2h 38m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (184 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travelling from Cumbernauld to Newcastle by train
Looking to travel from Cumbernauld to Newcastle by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 49 minutes to travel from Cumbernauld to Newcastle by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 38 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 114 miles (184 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Newcastle, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Newcastle. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cumbernauld to Newcastle in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Cumbernauld to Newcastle
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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