Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham train
Cheap train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham
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Train schedule Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham
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Fastest train times from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham
Fastest Journey
2 h 52 m
Average
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
278 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Newcastle upon Tyne for Birmingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham
 | Distance | 172 miles (277 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 52 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £105 (€116) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway |
Trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham cover the 172 miles (277 km) long route taking on average 2 h 52 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or London North Eastern Railway. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £55, but the average price of train tickets is £105.
Train providers: CrossCountry trains Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham
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Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham train information with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 3 h 22 min
- Average Price: £55
- CrossCountry frequency: 14 a day
Trains from Newcastle to Birmingham: Journey Details
CrossCountry provide direct trains from Newcastle to Birmingham. Weekday services start with an early morning departure followed by 2 trains every hour until the final train in mid evening. Journey times range from 2 hours and 50 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes. Earlier morning departures are possible using indirect trains. These journeys involve taking a Virgin Trains East Coast service from Newcastle and changing to a CrossCountry train at York or Doncaster. Sunday schedules feature a slightly reduced service with a later departure time for the first train.
Taking the Train from Newcastle
Trains from Newcastle to Birmingham depart from the main station located in the city centre. Tyne and Wear Metro trains connect the station to the airport and regional destinations. Buses serving the city depart from nearby stops on Neville Street, Clayton Street West and Westgate Road. At weekends, some night buses are available from stops on St. Nicholas Street. Eldon Square and Haymarket bus stations are about 10 minutes away on foot. The taxi rank is located at the front of the station.
Getting into Birmingham by Train
Birmingham has a profusion of galleries and museums, notably Cadbury World, with 14 zones devoted to the history and enjoyment of chocolate. The city's Jewellery Quarter is a fascinating area full of galleries and historic buildings. Trains from Newcastle to Birmingham arrive at Birmingham New Street station, close to the city centre. Local trains around the region are available from Moor Street and Snow Hill stations about 5 minutes walk from New Street. There are numerous city buses available from the adjacent stops on Hill Street and Smallbrook Queensway. The taxi rank is close to the Victoria Street exit, on Navigation Street.
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