Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne will cost around £ 21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 19.
Train schedule Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne
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Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne
Fastest Journey
1 h 26 m
Average
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
148 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Newcastle upon Tyne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne
 | Distance | 91 miles (147 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 26 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £20 (€24) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway or First Transpennine Express |
Trains from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne cover the 91 miles (147 km) long route taking on average 1 h 26 min with our travel partners like Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway or First Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £19, but the average price of train tickets is £20.
Train providers: CrossCountry trains Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne
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CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
CrossCountry tickets to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect route with CrossCountry between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current CrossCountry train timetables and train tickets available on Omio for the 91 miles (147 km) trip. You can also see relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as luggage policy and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best CrossCountry Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the CrossCountry train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Newcastle upon Tyne with CrossCountry!
CrossCountry 's current ticket policies due to COVID-19 for your train from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne are the following:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
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Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
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