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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perth to Newcastle will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Perth for Newcastle on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perth to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $409.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $450 Average price | $543 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Perth to Newcastle:
A bus is $38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perth to Newcastle costing on average $59.
A bus is $429 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Perth to Newcastle costing on average $450.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
Flight takes on average 7h 55m.
The journey is about 25m faster (2h 53m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly $484 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 vs $543). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Perth to Newcastle trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:14 AM Perth | 3h38 | 10:52 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Perth to Newcastle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:36 PM |
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Newcastle Airport Metro Station -> Newcastle Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perth to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Perth to Newcastle trains use the Perth to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Dunston. Use this guide to compare Perth and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Perth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Perth.
Wi-Fi is available at Perth.
Ticket office support is available at Perth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perth: Parking, WC.
Available at Perth: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 7, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No.
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.
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