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Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian street scenes, transport displays, and family-friendly exhibits near Yarm.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Yarm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Yarm will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Newcastle to Yarm, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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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Trains from Newcastle to Yarm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 51m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian street scenes, transport displays, and family-friendly exhibits near Yarm.
Art gallery in Middlesbrough showing modern and contemporary exhibitions. Its changing programme makes it a worthwhile cultural trip from Yarm.
Independent gallery and artists’ studios in a converted chapel at nearby Norton. It shows contemporary art in an accessible local setting.
Broad Georgian high street with independent shops, historic buildings, and a market-town feel. It is the natural starting point for visiting Yarm.
Riverside walk beside the Tees with open views, benches, and easy access from the town centre. Ideal for a gentle stroll and photographs.
Large public park nearby with woodland, formal gardens, and riverside paths. It suits longer walks and family visits from Yarm.
Parmo is Teesside’s signature takeaway: breaded chicken or pork topped with béchamel and cheese, then grilled. It is a prized local comfort dish.
Panackelty is a North-East potato and onion casserole, traditionally baked with corned beef or other meat. It is a hearty home-style dish linked to the region.
Pease pudding is a split pea savoury paste, often served with ham or in sandwiches. It is a long-standing North-East staple with simple local roots.
Stylish Indian restaurant in Yarm known for modern curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in an elegant riverside setting.
Popular Italian venue for pasta, pizza and classic mains, with a relaxed neighbourhood feel suited to casual lunches and dinners.
Well-known tapas bar offering Spanish small plates, sangria and a sociable atmosphere in the centre of Yarm.
Moderate for England: dining and stays are usually lower than in London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Public transport is limited, so taxis or car travel can add to visitor costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Yarm 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 Yarm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to Yarm trains use the Newcastle to Yarm station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Yarm 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.
Yarm is 1 km from Yarm city centre. Public transport options include:
Yarm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Yarm.
Available at Yarm: Parking.
Available at Yarm: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yarm: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. Assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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