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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Newcastle will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 trains that leave York for Newcastle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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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Compare train and coach for York to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 118 km
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1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
York to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Newcastle trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W03380 | On time 09:55 York station (YRK) | 1h42 | 11:37 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Newcastle
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Trains from York to Newcastle run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 55m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from York to Newcastle trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Newcastle from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from York to Newcastle: Journey Details
Virgin Trains East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express provide frequent direct trains from York to Newcastle. The weekday schedule begins in the early morning. There are approximately 3 trains an hour until the final departure from York after midnight. Journey times are about an hour, apart from late evening trains which take approximately an hour and 30 minutes. Sunday services are slightly less frequent, with a later first departure in the morning.
Taking the Train from York
Trains from York to Newcastle depart from the city's main station, located on the west side of the centre, opposite the city walls, close to the river and next to the National Railway Museum. The bus interchange by the entrance on Station Road offers a range of local services around the city and regional connections. There is a taxi rank situated at the front of the station.
Getting into Newcastle by Train
Once the industrial hub of Tyneside, 21st-century Newcastle has become a cultural powerhouse. Highlights for visitors include the Discovery Museum with its industrial and technology displays, the Laing art gallery and the Biscuit Factory art, craft and design centre. Trains from York to Newcastle arrive at the main station, located in the city centre. Tyne and Wear Metro services around the region are available from platforms immediately adjacent to the main station concourse. There are numerous bus stops close to the station, on Neville Street, Clayton Street West and Westgate Road, with routes around the city. Weekend night buses depart from St. Nicholas Street on the east side of the station. The taxi rank is located at the station entrance.
FAQs: York to Newcastle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Newcastle
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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Car Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Metro Station Car Park.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
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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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