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Compare coach and train for Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 147 km
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3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:05 Blackburn station (BBN) | 3h12 | 21:17 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) by coach or train
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Why should you book Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Trains from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 11:04, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 11:04 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn station (BBN) and Newcastle station (NCL) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackburn station (BBN) to Newcastle station (NCL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn station (BBN) 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 Blackburn station (BBN) and Newcastle station (NCL)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
- 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.

