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From Newcastle to London Kings Cross, take the fastest train in 2h 36m, typically 3h 8m. Daily, 46 trains depart from Newcastle, with the first at 04:40 and the last at 22:45. During Off-Peak times starting at 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter space with fewer people. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. We save you time, effort, and money.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19:44 Newcastle | 23:30 London Kings Cross | On time | 3h 46m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
20:17 Newcastle | 23:30 London Kings Cross | On time | 3h 13m | LNER | Find tickets | |
21:15 Newcastle | 01:14 London Kings Cross | On time | 3h 59m | LNER | Find tickets | |
21:35 Newcastle | 01:05 London Kings Cross | On time | 3h 30m | Lumo | Find tickets | |
22:45 Newcastle | 07:00 London Kings Cross | On time | 8h 15m | LNER | Find tickets |
Effortlessly plan your journey from Newcastle to London Kings Cross. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
| First train | 04:40 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 |
| Departure station | Newcastle |
| Arrival station | London Kings Cross |
| Distance | 246 miles (396 km) |
| Journey time | From 2h 36m |
| Price | From £13.73 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central, LNER |
Travelling from Newcastle to London Kings Cross takes just under four hours with LNER.
The journey from Newcastle down to London offers wonderful views of the North East of England and the North Sea coast. With just under four hours to spare, it offers the perfect opportunity to relax with a cup of tea and a good book.
LNER operates on the East Coast Mainline, connecting cities such as Newcastle, York, Leeds, Edinburgh, Stevenage, and Aberdeen with London.
Newcastle train station is located along the River Tyne, right in the city centre of Newcastle. It is very easily connected by public transport, including local buses, taxis, and the region’s Tyne & Wear Metro.
The station is located just around the corner from the city’s namesake, the ‘new’ castle, dating all the way back to 1168!
So, get your bags packed and your Railcards ready for London Kings Cross.
The main stops in the journey include Durham, Darlington, and York. stops may vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the weather.
London Kings Cross is the end of the East Coast Mainline in the south of England. It’s a highly convenient train station to arrive at as it’s a key interchange for the London Underground, which is useful to get to connecting services. For example, you can get the Picadilly line straight to London Heathrow Airport from King’s Cross or easily catch the Underground to Liverpool Street Station for a connecting train.
There are plenty of bus routes and taxis that can take you anywhere in London. London St. Pancras International is only a few steps from London Kings Cross, too.
Located nearby is the enchanting area of Bloomsbury, which houses the British Museum. King’s Cross was also made famous in the Harry Potter books, being the location of the legendary Platform 9 3/4.
Luggage: Passengers can bring up to three pieces of luggage.
Pets: Pets travel free on LNER. Dogs must be on leads, and other animals in carriers. Maximum of two pets per passenger.
Bicycles: Reservations are required. Folding bikes can be taken onboard as luggage.
Children: Children receive cheaper tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together.
Passenger Assist: Get travel advice for the station you wish to use, seat reservations, ticket assistance, and help with arrivals and transfers, plus discounts for disabled passengers.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
Family & Friends Railcard£26.11
£39.16
† Railcards offer discounted train tickets, with various types based on age and number of travellers. Enjoy up to 1/3 off for a cheaper journey. The actual price will vary based on factors such as the train service, time, and ticket availability.
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