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Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a bus costs an average of $60.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$56 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent costing on average $60 (€50).
Other travel options to Newark-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 5m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent
Trains from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Newcastle and Newark-on-Trent from $40 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Trains from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent
Most Newcastle to Newark-on-Trent trains use the Newcastle to Newark Northgate station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Castle. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Newark-on-Trent 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.
Which Newark-on-Trent station do trains from Newcastle arrive at?
Getting to Newark Northgate from Newark-on-Trent city centre
Newark Northgate is 2 km from Newark-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Northgate train station facilities and services
Newark Northgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newark Northgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Newark Northgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newark Northgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newark Northgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newark Northgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Northgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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.
Getting to Newark Castle from Newark-on-Trent city centre
Newark Castle is 1 km from Newark-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Castle train station facilities and services
Newark Castle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newark Castle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newark Castle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newark Castle: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newark Castle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Castle: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Access between platforms is via a level crossing which has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not at the edge of platform 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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