The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 12 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Newcastle station (NCL) every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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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C41049Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 395 km
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4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) trains for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 22:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h54 | 01:54 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h35 | 01:38 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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C41049 | On time 08:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 11:00 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41050 | On time 08:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h39 | 11:09 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11882 | On time 08:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h02 | 11:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41053 | On time 09:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h57 | 12:00 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
C41058 | On time 09:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h38 | 12:08 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11884 | On time 09:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h02 | 12:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:03 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo, Grand Central Trains, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) trainsLNER, Lumo, Grand Central Trains, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Newcastle station (NCL) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle station (NCL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) and Newcastle station (NCL)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- 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.
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