4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
9₫
Average price
36₫
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Edinburgh will cost around 36₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 9₫.
Of the 50 trains that leave Newcastle for Edinburgh every day 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
W858236:15 PM1h46Newcastle station (NCL)8:01 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)9 ₫1One-way0 changes- G160587:15 PM2h06Newcastle station (NCL)9:21 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)13 ₫1One-way0 changes
- W858065:26 AM1h49Newcastle station (NCL)7:15 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)15 ₫1One-way0 changes
- W858213:19 PM1h46Newcastle station (NCL)5:05 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)16 ₫1One-way0 changes
G256835:08 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)6:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
G802577:12 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)8:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)23 ₫1One-way0 changes- G256981:08 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)2:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)31 ₫1One-way0 changes
- G256835:08 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)6:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)17 ₫1One-way0 changes
- G802283:03 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)44 ₫1One-way0 changes
- G802415:04 PM1h24Newcastle station (NCL)6:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)29 ₫1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 7₫. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 7₫, and a train costs an average of 8₫.
Distance: 148 km
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0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01943 | On time 7:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80257 | On time 7:12 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16058 | On time 7:15 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h06 | 9:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G01080 | On time 7:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 9:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80259 | Delayed 7:11 PM 8:03 PMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 9:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80263 | Delayed 7:21 PM 8:14 PMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01082 | On time 8:43 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 10:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80266 | On time 9:04 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 10:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80268 | On time 9:12 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 10:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15983 | On time 9:19 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h45 | 11:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01083 | On time 9:34 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 11:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80272 | 10:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80273 | 10:14 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 11:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80274 | On time 11:05 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 12:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G25678 | On time 11:10 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h32 | 12:42 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85806 | 5:26 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80189 | 6:16 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h42 | 7:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80191 | 6:52 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h40 | 8:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85808 | 7:18 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h43 | 9:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66980 | 7:42 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 9:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80193 | 8:05 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01971 | 9:03 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80198 | 9:12 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 10:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85810 | 9:17 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h44 | 11:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66982 | 9:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80199 | 10:04 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80203 | 10:11 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 11:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01055 | 10:39 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80205 | 11:03 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80209 | 11:12 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 12:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85813 | 11:15 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h44 | 12:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66987 | 11:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80211 | 12:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80215 | 12:11 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01060 | 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G25698 | 1:08 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80221 | 1:14 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85816 | 1:17 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h42 | 2:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01062 | 1:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80224 | 2:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80226 | 2:12 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01064 | 2:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80228 | 3:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G25679 | 3:08 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 4:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80232 | 3:14 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 4:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85821 | 3:19 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01067 | 3:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80234 | 4:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80237 | 4:11 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 5:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01069 | 4:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80241 | 5:04 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G25683 | 5:08 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 6:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80245 | 5:11 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 6:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01073 | 5:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80247 | 6:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80251 | On time 6:11 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 7:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85823 | 6:15 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 8:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01074 | 6:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
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Trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 8₫ but you can travel from only 7₫ by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price 8₫ |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail from Newcastle to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail trains will get you between Newcastle and Edinburgh from 7₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle and Edinburgh
Most Newcastle to Edinburgh trains use the Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: 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.
Getting to Newcastle Airport from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle Airport is 2 km from Newcastle city centre. Public transport options include:
Newcastle Airport train station facilities and services
Newcastle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available at the airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newcastle Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle Airport: The airport is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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