- Must visit
Great North Museum: Hancock
Major museum on Roman Britain, Hadrian’s Wall, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a grand Victorian building.
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Newcastle will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 6 trains that leave Peterborough for Newcastle 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 282 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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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C02087 · C02010Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 282 km
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Newcastle trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:51 Peterborough | 2h09 | 11:00 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 Peterborough | 2h30 | 11:27 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:57 Peterborough | 2h39 | 17:36 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:51 Peterborough | 2h12 | 23:03 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
C02087 · C02010 | 7:59 Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h36 | 10:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Peterborough to Newcastle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 2:55 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Newcastle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newcastle trip today.
Major museum on Roman Britain, Hadrian’s Wall, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a grand Victorian building.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill on the Quayside, showing modern exhibitions and strong river views.
Large museum covering Newcastle’s industrial heritage, transport, science and local life, spread across historic riverside buildings.
Historic quayside promenade with bridges, public art and river views. A top area for walks, photography and city atmosphere.
Elegant Georgian street known for its sweeping curve, theatres, shops and architecture in the heart of the city centre.
Deep wooded valley with riverside paths, stepping stones and varied walking routes linking Jesmond with open green space.
A stottie is a dense round bread from Tyneside, often filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a classic local lunch found across Newcastle.
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury spread, traditionally served with ham or in a stottie. It is a long-standing North East comfort food.
Pan haggerty is a baked North East dish of potatoes, onions and cheese. It is prized for its simple hearty flavour and mining-region roots.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting on Queen Street. A strong choice for a special meal in Newcastle.
Popular city-centre spot serving creative small plates with global influences. Stylish but informal atmosphere, ideal for sharing dishes.
Beloved Grainger Market bakery and café famous for stotties, pease pudding and other North East staples in a casual local setting.
Moderate for a UK city; hotels, dining and local transport are often cheaper than in London or Edinburgh, making it good value for city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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From Monday to Friday, trains run from Peterborough to Newcastle on an hourly or twice hourly basis during the morning, afternoon and early evening. The average travel time is a little over two hours, with half an hour's variation between the fastest and slowest services. While departures are a little less regular during the weekend, there are still plenty of options for journeying at different times of the day.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) provides almost all of the rail services between Peterborough and Newcastle. Cross Country also puts on a single train on Saturdays.
Journey times between Peterborough and Newcastle clock in at just under two hours up to two hours 25 minutes. All trains are direct, except at the weekend, when a few require one or two changes.
Approximately 19 trains cover the journey from Peterborough to Newcastle Upon Tyne every day. Starting at around 7:00 a.m., one or two trains depart every hour, with a drop-off in frequency between 8:00 p.m. and the final departure just before 10:00 p.m. On Saturday, the options are slightly fewer and more thinly spread out, with the last train leaving about an hour later than on weekdays.
Departure train station: Peterborough Train Station is conveniently located just a quick stroll west of the Queensgate shopping centre, the city museum and the cathedral. Passengers can take advantage of amenities such as a car park, extensive bike storage, baby changing, a cafe and several shops, plus access to other facilities in the adjoining Great Northern Hotel.
Arrival train station: Newcastle Upon Tyne Train Station lies on Neville Street, a few minutes east by bus or taxi of the intu Eldon Square shopping centre and university campuses. It has WiFi, vending machines for drinks and snacks, a choice of different coffee shops, a pub selling bar food and a number of retail outlets including Boots, Sainsbury's and WHSmith.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Peterborough to Newcastle trains use the Peterborough to Newcastle station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
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.
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