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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$183
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Newcastle will cost around $183 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Newcastle on Fri, Jul 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings CrossOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$116 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Newcastle:
A bus is $54 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Newcastle costing on average $81 (€81).
A bus is $89 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Newcastle costing on average $116 (€116).
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 8h 32m.
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Bristol to Newcastle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€35) but you can travel from only $13 (€13) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 8:32 PM |
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Moderate by UK standards; hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London and many major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Newcastle Airport Metro Station -> Newcastle Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Newcastle trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
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 options are available at Manors.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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