- Must visit
Great North Museum: Hancock
Major natural history and archaeology museum with collections on Ancient Egypt, Hadrian's Wall, wildlife, and world cultures.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 53 trains that leave Edinburgh for Newcastle on Sat, Jun 20, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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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G80079Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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$24 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Edinburgh to Newcastle:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Newcastle costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Newcastle trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G15895 | On time 5:43 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h37 | 7:20 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29862 | On time 6:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 7:32 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25687 | On time 6:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h24 | 7:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02042 | On time 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 7:55 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08175 | On time 7:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 8:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29868 | On time 7:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h35 | 8:38 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02002 | On time 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 8:55 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08180 | On time 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 9:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29873 | On time 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 9:35 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25682 | On time 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 9:52 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02015 | On time 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 9:55 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08186 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 10:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01148 | On time 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 10:33 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85785 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h44 | 10:52 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02006 | On time 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 10:55 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80049 | On time 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 11:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29884 | On time 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 11:34 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85787 | On time 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h44 | 11:52 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01942 | On time 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80055 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 12:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01153 | On time 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 12:32 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25697 | On time 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 12:51 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02029 | On time 11:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 12:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80061 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 1:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01154 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 1:34 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85790 | On time 12:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h44 | 1:52 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02007 | On time 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 1:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80067 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 2:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01161 | On time 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 2:33 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02014 | On time 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 2:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80073 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 3:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29909 | On time 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 3:32 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85793 | On time 2:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h44 | 3:52 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02046 | On time 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 3:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80080 | On time 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 4:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01166 | On time 3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h32 | 4:36 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25680 | On time 3:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 4:52 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01988 | On time 3:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 4:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02070 | 4:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 5:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01169 | On time 4:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 5:33 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85796 | On time 4:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h44 | 5:52 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02066 | On time 4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 5:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80091 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 6:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01170 | On time 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h32 | 6:36 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85799 | On time 5:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h45 | 7:06 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01989 | 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h25 | 6:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80097 | On time 6:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 7:21 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00842 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 7:35 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02062 | On time 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h32 | 8:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02033 | 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 8:27 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25688 | On time 7:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 8:46 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02017 | On time 7:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 8:55 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00741 | 8:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 9:34 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02056 | On time 8:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h34 | 9:54 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85802 | On time 8:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h40 | 10:03 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01960 | On time 9:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h38 | 10:38 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80112 | On time 10:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h41 | 11:41 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Newcastle run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Newcastle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newcastle trip today.
Major natural history and archaeology museum with collections on Ancient Egypt, Hadrian's Wall, wildlife, and world cultures.
Contemporary art gallery on Gateshead Quays in a converted flour mill, known for changing exhibitions and panoramic river views.
Science and local history museum covering Newcastle's industrial heritage, shipbuilding, and innovation. A strong family-friendly introduction to the city.
The city's most famous waterfront area, ideal for walking, photography, markets, and bridge views along the River Tyne.
Historic central district known for grand classical architecture, shopping streets, arcades, and easy sightseeing on foot.
Celebrated curved street lined with elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings, often considered one of Britain's finest streets.
A traditional Geordie flat round bread, often split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is one of Newcastle’s best-known everyday local foods.
A classic North East spread made from split yellow peas, slowly cooked until smooth. It is closely associated with Newcastle and often served in a stottie.
A hearty regional dish of sliced potatoes, onions, and cheese baked in layers. It is a comforting North East staple found in pubs and traditional kitchens.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant on the Quayside serving modern British tasting menus in a historic merchant house. Elegant and one of Newcastle’s landmark dining rooms.
An established modern British restaurant near the Quayside, known for polished seasonal cooking, strong service, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
A respected gastropub by the Quayside offering excellent British pub dishes, cask ales, and a warm traditional feel. A strong choice for regional comfort food.
Generally cheaper than London. Hotels, pubs, and transport are fairly priced, though central dining and weekends cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up taxis. Bar tipping is optional, and not expected for counter service.
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Newcastle Airport, Newcastle -> Newcastle Central Station, Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Newcastle trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle station pair, with some services arriving at Manors. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Newcastle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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