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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Newcastle

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$46

Fastest journey

1 h 21 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Newcastle will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for Newcastle on Thu, Jul 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 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.

C26399

10:51AM1h38

Leeds station (LDS)

12:29PMNewcastle station (NCL)

$361One-way

0 transfers

C23650

10:08AM1h23

Leeds station (LDS)

11:31AMNewcastle station (NCL)

$381One-way

0 transfers

Y02395+

P00124

10:30AM1h41

Leeds station (LDS)

12:11PMNewcastle station (NCL)

$441One-way

1 transfer

C23652

11:08AM1h21

Leeds station (LDS)

12:29PMNewcastle station (NCL)

$481One-way

0 transfers

Y04348+

Y23421

10:16AM1h34

Leeds station (LDS)

11:50AMNewcastle station (NCL)

$531One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leeds to Newcastle

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. 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 bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 80 miles (130 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€33 Average price	€15 Average price Cheapest
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leeds to Newcastle train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 2:49 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C23644	On time 7:08 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h21	8:29 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	0 transfersDirect
C26865+C01401	On time 7:13 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h32	8:45 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	1 transfer
Y04375+P00135	On time 7:16 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h34	8:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	1 transfer
C26405	On time 7:53 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h31	9:24 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	0 transfersDirect
C23647	On time 8:08 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h21	9:29 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	0 transfersDirect
Y04399+Y23415	On time 8:16 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h34	9:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leeds to Newcastle?

The best time to book your train from Leeds to Newcastle is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leeds to Newcastle route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leeds to Newcastle per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leeds to Newcastle.

Trains

from $44

Buses

from $8

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Newcastle

United Kingdom

Trains from Leeds to Newcastle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€7)

Distance

80 miles (130 km)

Average train duration

1h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€12)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 22m

First train

02:14

Last train

23:37

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne trains

Travel between Leeds and Newcastle upon Tyne from $25 (€20) with Omio’s train partners TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and East Coast! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: $25

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

East Coast from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $35
East Coast frequency: 1 a day

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Newcastle

FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds to Newcastle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Newcastle.

Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne can start from as little as $13 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne is $41 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne is 1 h 21 min to travel the 81 mile (130 km) long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne leaves at 2: 53 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne leaves at 11: 37 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne without having to change trains with TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. There are 4 direct trains from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne, you can count on TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Newcastle upon Tyne. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Newcastle upon Tyne from Leeds and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 37 PM.

A day trip to Newcastle upon Tyne from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leeds to Newcastle

Leeds

Newcastle

The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Newcastle.

Leeds

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

New Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
Sun: 06:45 - 22:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Bagel Factory
Caffè Nero
KFC
Leon
McDonald's
The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Pret a Manger
JD Wetherspoon
Delice de France

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.

Accessibility

There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel