Newcastle Station is located in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England. It provides approximately 61 trains per day to London Kings Cross. The station is served by London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains, and Lumo.
Both LNER and Lumo offer direct train services to London, although LNER services operate more frequently than Lumo's. LNER also provides the option of choosing between a faster and a slower route. The faster route takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes with just 3-4 stops, while the slower route takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes with around 8 stops. During this journey, you have the flexibility to disembark at York, Doncaster, Peterborough, and Stevenage.
London Kings Cross is located on the London Inner Ring Road, in the Camden area, on the edge of Central London. It is served by London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Hull Trains, Grand Central, and Great Northern, and is well-connected to various destinations such as Newcastle, Edinburgh, King's Lynn, and Bradford. It also connects to the London Underground system, specifically the Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines.
First-class tickets
You can travel from Newcastle to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.
As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:
- Access to the Newcastle Station and London King's Cross First Class lounges
- Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
- Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
- Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
- A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.
For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.
How long is it from Newcastle to London by train?
The train journey from Newcastle to London takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes to 3 hours and 15 minutes, depending on factors such as the type of train service and the specific destination in London.
How much is a train ticket from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to London?
The cost of a train ticket from Newcastle to London varies depending on factors such as the time of booking, type of ticket (peak or Off-Peak), and train operator. Generally, prices start from around $22.27 for a single ticket when booked in advance, though they often average around $149.46.
How can I get from Newcastle to London cheaply?
Travelling from Newcastle to London cheaply can be done in several ways. Here are some tips to help you find the cheapest options:
By Train:
- Book in Advance: Train tickets are usually cheaper when booked in advance. Look for Advance Tickets on websites like Trip.com.
- Travel Off-Peak: Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets. These times are usually outside of weekday rush hours.
- Railcards: If you are eligible, consider purchasing a Railcard (e.g.16–25 Railcard, Senior Railcard, Two-Together Railcard) which can save you up to a third on rail fares.
- Split Ticketing: Sometimes buying multiple tickets for different segments of your journey can be cheaper than a direct ticket. Websites like Trip.com can help with this.
By Bus:
- Coach Services: Companies like National Express and Megabus offer coach services between Newcastle and London. These can be significantly cheaper than train tickets, though the journey will take longer (typically around 7-8 hours).
Does Newcastle have a Tube?
Newcastle does not have an Underground (Tube) system like London. However, it does have a light rail system called the Tyne and Wear Metro. The Metro serves Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, Sunderland, and other areas in the Tyne and Wear region.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.