The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark-on-Trent to London
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark-on-Trent to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark-on-Trent to London will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 12 trains that leave Newark-on-Trent for London 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 180 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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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Y11960Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newark-on-Trent to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark-on-Trent to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 180 km
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Live departures
Newark-on-Trent to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark-on-Trent to London trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y11955 | On time 08:15 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 1h32 | 09:47 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11688 | On time 08:25 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 1h27 | 09:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40659 | On time 08:40 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 1h19 | 09:59 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11691 | On time 09:05 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 1h16 | 10:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11816 | On time 09:42 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 1h19 | 11:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark-on-Trent to London
Trains from Newark-on-Trent to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 03:44 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Newark-on-Trent to London trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Newark-on-Trent and London from £7. 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 Newark On Trent to London
Every day, trains carry passengers from the market town of Newark on Trent in Nottinghamshire to central London in under 90 minutes. And with several non-stop trains at most hours between the early morning and late evening, the service offers choice and convenience as well as speed.
Which train companies travel from Newark On Trent to London?
London North Eastern Railway is the only train company currently operating along this route.
How long is the train from Newark On Trent to London?
Rail passengers can get from Newark on Trent to London in as little as one hour 14 minutes but most journeys take around 10 minutes longer. Travel durations are roughly the same over the weekend. All services are direct.
How many trains are there from Newark On Trent to London?
The service between Newark on Trent and London starts at around 5:35 a.m. and the number of departures varies throughout the day with as many as three an hour during peak times, then dropping off slightly in the evening before the last train at about 11:00 p.m. There's an average of two trains an hour on Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Newark On Trent to London?
Departure train station: Newark North Gate is just half a mile east of the town centre and riverfront. For travellers combining road and rail, it has a car park with a special long weekend rate. It's also on the town cycle path route, with a supply of covered bike racks on platform 1. A coffee shop, food outlets and convenience stores provide relaxation and retail opportunities and there's a changing area for infants.
Arrival train station: London Kings Cross offers rapid transport links for exploring the rest of the capital. There's a pickup point and taxi rank on Pancras Road, a large car park between Kings Cross and St Pancras and well-serviced bus stops on Euston Road and York Way. While waiting for a connection, passengers can relax in a choice of bars and cafes, shop for groceries and ready meals, change money, take passport photos, buy flowers, collect prescriptions, have their shoes repaired or browse for last minute travel essentials.
FAQs: Newark-on-Trent to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark-on-Trent to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newark-on-Trent and London
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: North 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platform 2/3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platforms 2/3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Costa Waiting Room Mon-Sat 05:30 - 19:00. Sun 09:00 - 1900 South Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:30 Sun 09:00 -23:30 Platform 2/3 North and South Waiting Rooms Mon - Sat 05:30 - 18:00 Sun 09:00 - 18:00 Middle Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:00 Sun 09:00 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: south end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:15 Saturday 07:15 - 16:15 Sunday Closed *Coronavirus Changes* The ticket office is currently open 0600 - 1400 Monday - Friday and 0800 - 1600 on Saturday.
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Access between platforms is via a level crossing which has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not at the edge of platform 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: In ticket office.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Rear of Nottingham bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station car park.
- 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 - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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