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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
$52
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Newcastle will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 12 trains that leave Derby for Newcastle on Thu, Aug 06, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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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G80148Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$68 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $383 Average price |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Newcastle:
A bus is $38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Newcastle costing on average $68.
A bus is $353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Derby to Newcastle costing on average $383.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
Flight takes on average 5h 28m.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Newcastle trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G01055 | On time 7:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h52 | 10:37 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80205+ G89685+ C21767 | Delayed 8:43 AM 8:15 AMDerby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 11:00 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2 transfers | |
G66987 | On time 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h53 | 11:38 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00738 | On time 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h27 | 11:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80211+ W84665+ C21769 | Delayed 9:43 AM 9:31 AMDerby station (DBY) | 2h29 | 12:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2 transfers | |
G01060 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h52 | 12:37 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80216+ G89691+ C21649 | Delayed 10:43 AM 10:12 AMDerby station (DBY) | 2h48 | 1:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2 transfers | |
G00710 | On time 3:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h27 | 5:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80247+ G89701+ W70981 | Delayed 3:43 PM 3:10 PMDerby station (DBY) | 2h50 | 6:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2 transfers | |
G01075 | On time 3:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h52 | 6:37 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01080 | On time 4:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h54 | 7:39 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00716 | On time 5:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h27 | 7:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Newcastle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $16 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Newcastle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newcastle trip today.
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
Large free museum covering natural history, archaeology and world cultures, famous for Hadrian’s Wall and dinosaur displays.
Leading art gallery with fine and decorative art, from historic paintings to contemporary works in a grand civic building.
Elegant Georgian street often ranked among Britain’s finest. Admire grand architecture, theatres and city-centre atmosphere.
Historic riverside quarter with bridges, pubs, markets and views. One of Newcastle’s best areas for walking and photography.
Large city-centre green space with formal paths, trees and civic buildings. A useful pause from shopping and sightseeing.
A stottie is a dense, round Geordie bread, often filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a classic Tyneside lunch and a proud local bakery staple.
Pease pudding is a savoury spread made from split peas, slowly cooked until smooth. It is a traditional North East favourite, often served in sandwiches or with ham.
Pan haggerty is a comforting baked dish of potatoes, onions, and cheese. It is a long-standing North East home-style dish valued for its simple local ingredients.
Beloved independent spot serving inventive British comfort food and notable breakfasts in a relaxed, stylish setting near the city centre.
Refined modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. One of Newcastle’s most acclaimed special-occasion restaurants.
Lively Quayside gastropub known for seasonal British cooking, good ale, and a warm historic atmosphere. Popular for quality local produce.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby to Newcastle trains use the Derby to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Derby and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, 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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