The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Cheapest price
£171
Average price
£171
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) will cost around £171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £171.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham International (BHI) for Newcastle station (NCL) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 280 km
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4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:44 Birmingham International (BHI) | 5h38 | 15:22 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:44, the last at 12:41. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 09:44 |
Last train 12:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham International (BHI) and Newcastle station (NCL) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International (BHI) to Newcastle station (NCL) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle station (NCL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International (BHI) and Newcastle station (NCL)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
