
Day trip from Newcastle to Durham by train
Why visit Durham for the day?
Durham is best known for its Norman cathedral and castle above the River Wear. The city feels historic and compact, with old streets and a lively university atmosphere.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Halifax to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 141 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£56 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Halifax to Newcastle:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Halifax to Newcastle costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 54m.
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The most popular day trips by train from Newcastle are Durham, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, York and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Newcastle on Omio.

Durham is best known for its Norman cathedral and castle above the River Wear. The city feels historic and compact, with old streets and a lively university atmosphere.

Sunderland is a coastal city in North East England known for shipbuilding, football and long sandy beaches. Its industrial past still shapes the place, alongside parks, cultural venues and a straightforward local character.

Middlesbrough is a Teesside town known for its industrial roots, especially steelmaking and the Transporter Bridge. Its Victorian centre and MIMA gallery give it a practical, cultural character with easy access to nearby moorland.

York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.

Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Halifax to Newcastle:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Halifax to Newcastle costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 54m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Halifax and Newcastle as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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