
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 coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £384.
Distance: 465 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £384 Average Price |
10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Portsmouth to Newcastle:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Newcastle costing on average £112.
A coach is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portsmouth to Newcastle costing on average £384.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Coach takes on average 10h 38m.
How to get to Newcastle from Portsmouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Portsmouth to Newcastle is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
NX030 · NX426
NX030 · NX426
BA1340
G00863 · G01071+
L79937
G00867 · W29782+
L79943
G00860 · W29776+
L79931
NX030 · NX426
NX030 · NX426
NX030 · NX598
BA1326
BA4004
LM0534Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
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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.
Travel to Newcastle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Newcastle.

This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth to Newcastle:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth to Newcastle costing on average £112.
A coach is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portsmouth to Newcastle costing on average £384.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Coach takes on average 10h 38m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Portsmouth and Newcastle as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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