How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne start from R 202. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is 1h 27m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry , Lumo , Transpennine Express .

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

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

Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh 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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh 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.

Train Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne from R 190

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:00	Waverley	1h 42m	22:42	Newcastle	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:00	Waverley	1h 42m	22:42	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:13	Waverley	1h 33m	17:46	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	16:00	Waverley	1h 22m	17:22	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 24m	08:24	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:04	Waverley	1h 35m	08:39	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 24m	08:24	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:00	Waverley	1h 23m	17:23	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	16:00	Waverley	1h 23m	17:23	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 24m	08:24	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:04	Waverley	1h 35m	08:39	Newcastle	No tags
Train	15:26	Waverley	1h 26m	16:52	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:21	Waverley	1h 47m	11:08	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	10:00	Waverley	1h 21m	11:21	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	08:55	Waverley	1h 24m	10:19	Newcastle	No tags
Train	09:08	Waverley	1h 24m	10:32	Newcastle	No tags
Train	09:21	Waverley	1h 47m	11:08	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Waverley	1h 26m	09:52	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	1h 35m	08:38	Newcastle	No tags
Train	15:26	Waverley	1h 26m	16:52	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Waverley	1h 26m	09:52	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	1h 35m	08:38	Newcastle	No tags
Train	15:26	Waverley	1h 26m	16:52	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:26	Waverley	1h 26m	16:52	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	1h 35m	08:38	Newcastle	No tags
Train	08:26	Waverley	1h 26m	09:52	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:26	Waverley	1h 26m	16:52	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	07:00	Waverley	1h 21m	08:21	Newcastle	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	1h 35m	08:38	Newcastle	No tags
Train	08:26	Waverley	1h 26m	09:52	Newcastle	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

147 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 177 - R 1 082	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 202 - R 2 829	Average duration1h 27m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 292 - R 344	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Lumo

5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne start from R 202. The average price for this train route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is 1h 27m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh 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

R 391

10/12

R 745

Today

R 400

12/12

R 431

13/12

R 593

14/12

R 471

15/12

R 342

16/12

R 284

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 284

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

You can expect to pay from R 284 to R 2 158 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 284, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually CrossCountry 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.