
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 St Helens to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £299.
Distance: 184 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£104 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £299 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from St Helens to Newcastle, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to Newcastle:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to Newcastle costing on average £104.
A coach is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Helens to Newcastle costing on average £299.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 18m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
How to get to Newcastle from St Helens by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from St Helens to Newcastle is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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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 St Helens to Newcastle.

This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to Newcastle:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to Newcastle costing on average £104.
A coach is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St Helens to Newcastle costing on average £299.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 18m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St Helens and Newcastle as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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