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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
€79
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Newcastle will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Of the 6 trains that leave Peterborough for Newcastle on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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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C02087 · C02010Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
Most popular Train | Flight |
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €203 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg 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 Peterborough to Newcastle:
A train is €133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Peterborough to Newcastle costing on average €203.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Newcastle trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C02087 · C02010 | 7:59 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h36 | 10:35 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G80205 | 8:52 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h08 | 11:00 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08084+ G00738 | 8:57 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h30 | 11:27 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G80211 | 9:51 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h09 | 12:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08088 · C02036 | 9:57 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h38 | 12:35 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G80216 | 10:51 AM Peterborough station (PBO) | 2h09 | 1:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Peterborough to Newcastle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 2:55 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Newcastle trains use the Peterborough to Newcastle station pair. Use this guide to compare Peterborough and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
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.
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