The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$14
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$56
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h 24 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 59
- 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 S$56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$14.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 59 trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh, including 59 direct services.
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.
G159839:19 PM 1h45 Newcastle station (NCL) 11:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$14 1 One-way 0 changes
G2567811:10 PM 1h32 Newcastle station (NCL) 12:42 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$21 1 One-way 0 changes
W858065:26 AM 1h49 Newcastle station (NCL) 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$24 1 One-way 0 changes
G802689:12 PM 1h28 Newcastle station (NCL) 10:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$29 1 One-way 0 changes
G8027310:14 PM 1h25 Newcastle station (NCL) 11:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$29 1 One-way 0 changes
G802161:03 PM 1h24 Newcastle station (NCL) 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$68 1 One-way 0 changes
G802283:03 PM 1h24 Newcastle station (NCL) 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$68 1 One-way 0 changes
G802415:04 PM 1h24 Newcastle station (NCL) 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$68 1 One-way 0 changes
G802577:12 PM 1h24 Newcastle station (NCL) 8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$56 1 One-way 0 changes
G256981:08 PM 1h24 Newcastle station (NCL) 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) S$42 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$8 if you book in advance.
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 22m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price S$8 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Newcastle to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85806 | On time 5:26 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80189 | On time 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 | On time 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 | |
G25677 | On time 8:31 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 9:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01971 | On time 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 | On time 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80216 | 1:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 2:27 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 | |
G00869_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 | 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 | |
G01075 | 6:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01943 | 7:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80257 | 7:12 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01080 | 7:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 9:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80259 | 8:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 9:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80263 | 8:14 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01082 | 8:43 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 10:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80274 | 11:05 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 12:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G25678 | 11:10 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h32 | 12:42 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Newcastle to Edinburgh train
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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 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 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 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 Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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