The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Newcastle
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Newcastle will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 14 trains that leave Glasgow for Newcastle on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 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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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€43 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Newcastle trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y66719+ C23768 | On time 8:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h38 | 10:38 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
Y66727+ W28158 | On time 8:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h37 | 10:52 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
Y66734+ C26692 | On time 8:30 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h51 | 11:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
Y66748+ Y23288 | On time 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h26 | 11:26 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
Y66756+ Y23291 | On time 9:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h41 | 11:56 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
Y72928+ Y23294 | On time 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h39 | 12:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
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W09849+ W49329 | On time 4:28 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h09 | 7:37 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Newcastle
Trains from Glasgow to Newcastle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 04:28 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Newcastle trainsLNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Newcastle from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Newcastle
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Carntyne Road station entrance, Platform 1 before the rail bridge
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Metro Station Car Park.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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