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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 on Sep 17
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€98
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 17
26
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Newcastle will cost around €98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Preston to Newcastle without transferring at least once.
W84878 · C24895
W84893 · G15861
W84896 · G15862
W84899 · C24904
W84907 · G15953
C31926+
W34187
C31823+
W34206
C31856+
W85185
C31860+
W85188
C31837+
W85170Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a flight costs an average of €527.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €527 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Preston to Newcastle:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Newcastle costing on average €66.
A bus is €492 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to Newcastle costing on average €527.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 29m.
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Newcastle trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C32722+ W34023 | 6:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h01 | 9:45 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84878 · C24895 | Delayed 6:47 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h37 | 10:30 AM 10:30 AMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85164+ C31809 | 7:04 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h59 | 10:03 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88960+ G80205 | On time 7:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 11:00 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84893 · G15861 | Delayed 7:48 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h36 | 11:30 AM 11:30 AMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
C31823+ W34206 | On time 8:14 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h47 | 11:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88963+ G80211 | On time 8:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 12:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84896 · G15862 | Delayed 8:50 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h34 | 12:30 PM 12:30 PMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85168+ C31829 | 9:03 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h59 | 12:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88967+ G80216 | On time 9:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 1:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84899 · C24904 | Delayed 9:50 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h35 | 1:28 PM 1:28 PMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85170+ C31837 | 10:06 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h56 | 1:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88971+ G80224 | On time 10:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h17 | 2:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84901 · C24909 | On time 10:47 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h37 | 3:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85177+ C31841 | 10:59 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h04 | 2:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88976+ G80228 | On time 11:44 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 3:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84903 · G15955 | Delayed 11:50 AM Preston station (PRE) | 4h36 | 3:30 PM 3:30 PMNewcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85179+ C31848 | 12:03 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h59 | 3:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
G88981+ G80234 | On time 12:44 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 4:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84907 · G15953 | 12:47 PM Preston station (PRE) | 4h37 | 5:24 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85185+ C31856 | 1:09 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h54 | 4:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
C31922+ C00581 | 1:13 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h03 | 4:16 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
C31714+ G80241 | On time 1:44 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 5:00 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W84908 · G15950 | 1:49 PM Preston station (PRE) | 4h40 | 6:29 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
W85188+ C31860 | 2:05 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h56 | 5:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
C31926+ W34187 | 2:41 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h36 | 5:17 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Preston to Newcastle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
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Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
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Elegant Georgian street often ranked among Britain’s finest. Admire grand architecture, theatres and city-centre atmosphere.
Historic riverside quarter with bridges, pubs, markets and views. One of Newcastle’s best areas for walking and photography.
Large city-centre green space with formal paths, trees and civic buildings. A useful pause from shopping and sightseeing.
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Beloved independent spot serving inventive British comfort food and notable breakfasts in a relaxed, stylish setting near the city centre.
Refined modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. One of Newcastle’s most acclaimed special-occasion restaurants.
Lively Quayside gastropub known for seasonal British cooking, good ale, and a warm historic atmosphere. Popular for quality local produce.
Moderate by UK standards; hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London and many major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston to Newcastle trains use the Preston to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Newcastle Airport. Use this guide to compare Preston and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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.
Newcastle Airport is 2 km from Newcastle city centre. Public transport options include:
Newcastle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available at the airport.
Free WiFi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the airport.
Ticket office support is available at Newcastle Airport.
Available at Newcastle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle Airport: The airport is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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