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Compare coach and train for Wales to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wales to Newcastle 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 183 km
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3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Wales to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Wales to Newcastle trains for today, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:54 Cardiff Central | 5h35 | 11:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:51 Cardiff Central | 5h38 | 12:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:49 Cardiff Central | 5h40 | 13:29 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:45 Cardiff Central | 5h47 | 14:32 Newcastle | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:49 Cardiff Central | 5h40 | 15:29 Newcastle | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wales to Newcastle
Trains from Wales to Newcastle run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 22:27 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Wales to Newcastle trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Wales and Newcastle 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: Wales to Newcastle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wales 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wales and Newcastle
- 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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