Train from London to Newcastle upon Tyne: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Newcastle upon Tyne on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
NewcastleCheapestFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
NewcastleNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
NewcastleNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
NewcastleNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
King's Cross
NewcastleNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Newcastle upon Tyne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Newcastle upon Tyne. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 30mAverage duration
248 milesDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£12 - £78Average duration7h 20m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£37 - £367Average duration2h 57m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£24 - £45Average duration5h 30m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Newcastle upon Tyne start from £37. The average price for this train route is around £111. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The average train journey time from London to Newcastle upon Tyne is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Lumo.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Newcastle upon Tyne route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Lumo.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The earliest train from London to Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Lumo, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Lumo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Lumo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/12
£87
10/12
£87
Today
£120
12/12
£88
13/12
£65
14/12
£56
15/12
£119
16/12
£120
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Newcastle upon Tyne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £56 to £351 for a train ticket from London to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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