The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Newcastle
Cheapest price
$199
Average price
$223
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Newcastle will cost around $223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $199.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stafford for Newcastle on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stafford to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€172 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stafford to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Newcastle trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:46 AM Stafford | 4h09 | 11:55 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Stafford | 4h13 | 12:16 PM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Newcastle
Trains from Stafford to Newcastle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:35, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 02:35 |
Last train 19:50 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Stafford to Newcastle trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Stafford and Newcastle from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stafford to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stafford to Newcastle
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Metro Station Car Park.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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