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Northern Glass
Glass gallery and studio celebrating Seaham’s bottleworks history, with changing exhibitions, demonstrations, and chances to buy local glass art.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$4
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$5
Fastest journey on Sep 20
27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
28 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Seaham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Seaham will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 trains from Newcastle to Seaham, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 28 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.






The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Seaham trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C31860+ C00198 | On time 5:05 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h35 | 5:40 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 1 transfer | |
P28737 | On time 5:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 6:09 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C31864 | On time 6:05 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h28 | 6:33 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P28752 | On time 6:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 7:13 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P28760 | On time 7:45 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h28 | 8:13 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P28768 | On time 8:46 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 9:13 PM Seaham station (SEA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:40 AM Newcastle | 0h27 | 9:07 AM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Newcastle | 0h28 | 11:16 AM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Newcastle | 0h28 | 3:16 PM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Newcastle to Seaham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Seaham 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 Seaham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to Seaham trains use the Newcastle to Seaham station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Seaham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Seaham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Seaham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seaham: Parking.
Available at Seaham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance, 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 ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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