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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Wales
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Wales will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Newcastle for Wales every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Wales
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 183 km
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3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Wales trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C27200+Y02197 | On time 08:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h59 | 11:00 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
| C27200+Y02197 | On time 08:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h56 | 10:57 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
| W46754+C23818+Y02197 | On time 08:02 Dunston (DOT) | 2h55 | 10:57 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| W49341+C26363+Y02211 | On time 08:29 Dunston (DOT) | 3h27 | 11:56 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| C23818+Y02197 | On time 08:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h25 | 11:00 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
| C23818+Y02197 | On time 08:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h22 | 10:57 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
| C26363+Y02211 | On time 09:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h54 | 11:56 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
| C26363+Y02211 | On time 09:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h57 | 11:59 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
| W49384+C23821+Y05600 | On time 09:35 Dunston (DOT) | 3h19 | 12:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| W49384+C26360+Y05600 | On time 09:35 Dunston (DOT) | 3h19 | 12:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 changes | |
| C26360+Y05600 | On time 10:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h54 | 12:57 Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 1 change | |
| C26360+Y05600 | On time 10:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h51 | 12:54 Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Wales
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Trains from Newcastle to Wales run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 19:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Cross Country from Newcastle to Wales trainsCrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Newcastle and Wales from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle and Wales
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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