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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$70

Average price

$80

Fastest journey

2 h 56 m

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Trains per day

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newcastle to Liverpool will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Newcastle for Liverpool on Wed, Jul 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .

On Wed, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.

P00105+

C26357

10:27AM3h32

Newcastle station (NCL)

01:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$701One-way

1 transfer

C27200

08:01AM2h58

Newcastle station (NCL)

10:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$841One-way

0 transfers

C26360

10:03AM2h56

Newcastle station (NCL)

12:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$841One-way

0 transfers

C26363

09:02AM2h57

Newcastle station (NCL)

11:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$841One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 121 miles (195 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€66 Average price	€24 Average price Cheapest
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg 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

Newcastle to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 9

Last updated at 6:17 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C27200	On time 7:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	2h58	9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
C26363	On time 8:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	2h57	10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
C26360	On time 9:03 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	2h56	11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
P00105+C26357	On time 9:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL)	3h32	12:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Newcastle to Liverpool?

The best time to book your train from Newcastle to Liverpool is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Newcastle to Liverpool route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Newcastle to Liverpool 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 Newcastle to Liverpool.

Trains

from $36

Buses

from $29

Journey information

Overview: Train from Newcastle to Liverpool

United Kingdom

Trains from Newcastle to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) 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 $14 (€11)

Distance

121 miles (195 km)

Average train duration

3h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$24 (€19)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 56m

First train

00:18

Last train

23:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $14 (€11)

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry from Newcastle upon Tyne to Liverpool trains

Buy your official TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and CrossCountry train tickets to Liverpool from Newcastle upon Tyne from $31 (€25) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Liverpool with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $31

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.

Train information from Newcastle upon Tyne to Liverpool with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 4 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $77

FAQs: Trains from Newcastle to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from Newcastle to Liverpool 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 Newcastle to Liverpool.

Yes, you can travel from Newcastle to Liverpool by train. Additionally, buses are also available between these two cities.

For traveling from Newcastle to Liverpool, the cheapest option is to take a bus, with ticket prices from €12.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Newcastle to Liverpool. The train journey takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes for a one-way trip. With a daily frequency of 7 trains and a distance of 195 km between the two cities, it's feasible to travel to Liverpool, spend several hours, and return to Newcastle within the same day.

For a fulfilling visit, spending two to three days in Liverpool allows you to explore its rich musical heritage, vibrant waterfront, and impressive museums comfortably.

Yes, there are direct trains between Newcastle and Liverpool. TransPennine Express operates these services with a frequency of four direct trains per day.

The train journey from Newcastle to Liverpool takes approximately 3 hours 45 minutes.

The first train from Newcastle to Liverpool leaves at 4:21.

The distance between Newcastle and Liverpool is 195 km, with a train journey duration of approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. This suggests the service may not be classified as high-speed.

The last train from Newcastle to Liverpool departs at 20:58.

There is not a sleeper train from Newcastle to Liverpool. The last journey is at 20:58.

The train journey from Newcastle to Liverpool generally offers a mix of urban landscapes, countryside vistas, and views of the Pennines, making it moderately scenic for those appreciating diverse settings en route.

Explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, known for its creative scene with street art, bars, and music venues. Take a ferry across the Mersey River for unforgettable views of Liverpool's skyline or visit the Walker Art Gallery, which features one of England's largest art collections outside London. Liverpool also offers an extraordinary nightlife experience at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, presenting a series of dynamic shows and musicals. Museums and historical venues add depth to the experience—uncover the rich heritage of Liverpool at the Museum of Liverpool or dive into musical history at The Beatles Story. Discover the architectural brilliance of Royal Albert Dock and enjoy a blend of culture, history and spectacular sights by visiting Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Newcastle to Liverpool

Newcastle

Liverpool

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

Newcastle

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Neville St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5DL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
Sun: 07:30 - 21:20

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi available in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S

Parking

Car Park: Short stay

Dining

Caffè Nero
Costa Coffee
Pumpkin Cafe Shop
AMT Coffee
Burger King
The Centurion
Destination 1850
Pasta Station

Taxis

Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.

Accessibility

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

Hotel

The County Hotel, Newcastle
Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
Royal Station Hotel

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
Sun: 07:30 - 21:20

Bike Parking

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

Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.

Public transit options for Newcastle

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.