The cheapest and fastest trains from Lichfield to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lichfield to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lichfield to Newcastle will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lichfield for Newcastle 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 255 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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 train and coach for Lichfield to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lichfield to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 255 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lichfield to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Lichfield to Newcastle trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:13 Lichfield | 4h16 | 15:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:14 Lichfield | 4h15 | 15:29 Newcastle | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:13 Lichfield | 4h16 | 16:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:13 Lichfield | 4h16 | 17:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:14 Lichfield | 4h15 | 17:29 Newcastle | 2 changes |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Lichfield to Newcastle by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
27 Nov
28 Nov
29 Nov
30 Nov
01 Dec
02 Dec
03 Dec
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lichfield to Newcastle
Trains from Lichfield to Newcastle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 19:44 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Lichfield to Newcastle trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lichfield and Newcastle from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
FAQs: Lichfield to Newcastle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lichfield 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 Lichfield and Newcastle
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. An entrance key can be requested from staff. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
- 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.
Most popular train connections from Lichfield
More options for your journey from Lichfield to Newcastle
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

