The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Newcastle will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Bradford to Newcastle you need to make at least one change.
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G0108218:312h10Bradford Interchange (BDI)20:41Newcastle station (NCL)£361One-way1 change
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G0072320:312h13Bradford Interchange (BDI)22:44Newcastle station (NCL)£451One-way1 change
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G0108319:311h58Bradford Interchange (BDI)21:29Newcastle station (NCL)£451One-way1 change
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C2492418:212h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)20:24Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
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G1594817:212h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)19:24Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
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G8025918:081h52Bradford Interchange (BDI)20:00Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
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C0194317:081h52Bradford Interchange (BDI)19:00Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
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G8026619:081h53Bradford Interchange (BDI)21:01Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
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G0108319:311h58Bradford Interchange (BDI)21:29Newcastle station (NCL)£451One-way1 change
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G0108017:372h02Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)19:39Newcastle station (NCL)£811One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bradford to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 131 km
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Live departures
Bradford to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Newcastle trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:32 Bradford | 2h28 | 11:00 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:37 Bradford | 2h01 | 10:38 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:37 Bradford | 2h01 | 11:38 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:08 Bradford | 1h52 | 15:00 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Newcastle
Trains from Bradford to Newcastle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail from Bradford to Newcastle trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Bradford and Newcastle from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bradford to Newcastle: Journey Details
The train from Bradford to Newcastle is not a direct journey but instead has one or two changes on route. For the one change journeys, a stop over at either Leeds or York is required, alternatively, you will need to change at both Leed and York. It is possible to leave from Bradford Forster Square station, but the majority of services run from Bradford Interchange. The earliest possible time to make the journey during the week and on Saturdays is around 6:00 a.m., with the last train leaving just before midnight, getting into Newcastle in the early hours of the morning. On Sundays, services are reduced; beginning later and finishing earlier. Services are operated by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry and Virgin Trains.
Where do trains from Bradford to Newcastle depart from and arrive at?
All trains from Bradford to Newcastle depart from either Forster Square and/or Bradford Interchange; both of which are in the centre of the city, a short ten-minute walk apart. Most passengers taking the train from Bradford to Newcastle will leave from Bradford Interchange stations, where there is a bus and coach station too.
The Bradford-Newcastle train arrives at Newcastle station, the main station within the city. People come to visit Newcastle for the riverside bars and restaurants, nightlife, galleries and shops. Newcastle station is centrally located, not far from the River Tyne. There is a large number of bus stops nearby for onward journeys to Gateshead, Jesmond, Tynemouth, Sunderland and South Shields, among others. There is also a taxi rank outside the station.
FAQs: Bradford to Newcastle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Newcastle 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Newcastle
Most Bradford to Newcastle trains use the Bradford Interchange to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bradford station do trains to Newcastle leave from?
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Frizinghall from Bradford city centre
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall train station facilities and services
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frizinghall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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