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Montrose Museum
Local museum covering Montrose’s history, art and seafaring heritage in a prominent neoclassical building.
Take a train from Newcastle to Montrose and enjoy the approximately 199 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 20:48.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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Local museum covering Montrose’s history, art and seafaring heritage in a prominent neoclassical building.
Small aviation museum at Montrose Air Station with aircraft, artefacts and exhibits on Britain’s first operational military airfield.
Gallery and museum space celebrating the life of AC/DC singer Bon Scott and aspects of local social history.
Long sandy beach popular for walking, wildlife watching and broad coastal views beside the North Sea.
Large tidal basin and nature reserve known for birdwatching, peaceful paths and viewpoints close to the town.
Wide expanse of seafront grassland ideal for walks, sea views and easy access to Montrose Beach and the war memorial.
Traditional Scottish soup with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. It is closely associated with east coast fishing towns and is a local comfort food.
Smoked haddock from nearby Arbroath, hot-smoked over hardwood. It is one of Angus’s best-known foods and a classic regional speciality.
Minced sheep offal with oats, suet and spices, cooked in a casing. Scotland’s national dish remains a traditional choice across Angus.
Well-liked Italian restaurant for pizza, pasta and grilled dishes, with friendly service and an easy-going setting.
Traditional harbour-side pub and restaurant serving Scottish classics, seafood and drinks in a casual local atmosphere.
Popular café and restaurant known for brunch, home baking and relaxed modern surroundings in central Montrose.
Montrose is moderately priced for Scotland. Hotels can be seasonal, while pub meals, cafés and local transport are usually manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tips are small change, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Montrose 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 Montrose, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to Montrose trains use the Newcastle to Montrose station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Montrose train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Montrose is 1 km from Montrose city centre. Public transport options include:
Montrose has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Montrose.
Ticket office support is available at Montrose. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montrose: Parking, WC.
Available at Montrose: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montrose: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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