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National Railway Museum
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to York will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 42 trains that leave Newcastle for York on Sat, Jul 18, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 50 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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G80054Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 $17, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$29 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to York:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to York costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to York trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80073 | On time 3:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 4:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
G16014 | 6:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h06 | 7:56 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08169 | 7:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h52 | 7:53 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01948 | 7:04 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h57 | 8:01 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01967 | 7:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 8:28 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29867 | 7:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 8:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02043 | 7:57 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h55 | 8:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16011 | 8:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 9:02 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08176 | 8:24 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 9:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01938 | 8:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 9:28 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29872 | 8:41 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 9:39 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02003 | 8:58 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h54 | 9:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15906 | 9:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h00 | 10:02 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08179 | 9:24 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 10:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01923 | 9:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 10:28 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29878 | 9:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 10:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02016 | 9:58 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h55 | 10:53 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15916 | 10:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 11:01 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08185 | 10:24 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 11:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01935 | 10:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 11:28 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29885 | 10:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 11:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02005 | 10:58 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h54 | 11:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15911 | 11:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 12:01 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80050 | 11:24 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 12:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01973 | 11:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 12:28 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01151 | 11:40 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 12:38 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01941 | 11:58 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h54 | 12:52 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15910 | 12:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 1:01 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80054 | 12:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 1:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01957 | 12:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 1:28 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01156 | 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 1:38 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02030 | 12:58 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h54 | 1:52 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15918 | 1:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 2:01 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01979 | 1:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 2:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01951 | 1:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 2:28 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01162 | 1:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 2:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02009 | 1:58 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h55 | 2:53 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15827 | 2:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 3:02 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80068 | 2:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h50 | 3:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01908 | 2:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h01 | 3:28 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01164 | 2:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h58 | 3:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02013 | 2:58 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h54 | 3:52 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15804 | 3:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h59 | 4:01 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newcastle to York run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Immersive walk-through museum recreating Victorian streets, shops, and homes. Brilliant for understanding everyday life in historic York.
York's main city museum with archaeology, Roman finds, and local history. Set in beautiful gardens beside abbey ruins.
Narrow medieval street with overhanging timber-framed buildings and many independent shops. York's most famous and atmospheric lane.
Peaceful riverside gardens with abbey ruins, museum access, and lawns. Ideal for a scenic break amid York's historic core.
Grand civic street lined with historic buildings, gardens, and cultural sites. A key route for exploring the heart of York.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy, iconic across Yorkshire and a staple of the traditional Sunday roast.
York ham is a prized cured ham from the city, traditionally mild, tender, and often served thick-cut in sandwiches, salads, or classic British meals.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats and treacle, strongly linked to Yorkshire and especially eaten around Bonfire Night.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Tommy Banks, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant city-centre setting.
Beloved tearoom serving York rarebit, afternoon tea, and the famous fat rascal in an old-fashioned, bustling setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for very fresh fish, shellfish, and a smart but relaxed dining room in central York.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to York trains use the Newcastle to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and York 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.
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: 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.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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