Newcastle to London Kings Cross Trains From £31.90*

First Class vs Standard: What to choose?

• Standard fare includes free Wi-Fi and access to food and drinks from the cafè coach, offering hot and cold drinks, alcohol, sandwiches and snacks. Seats are comfortable, but more corded and closer to each other. 
• First Class seats are wider and reclining with generous legroom and larger tables. Food and drink are served directly to your seat, and meals are included in the ticket price (breakfast, lunch and dinner depending on the time of travel). Prices change according to the time of booking, but you can expect to pay roughly double the standard fare. 

What is the luggage allowance?

Each passenger can bring up to three items — one large suitcase (max 90 x 70 x 30cm), one carry-on bag and one small handbag. Both Standard and First Class have the same benefits, but Standard Class luggage can be stored in overhead racks or end-of-coach storage areas if overhead racks are full. 

Is LNER First Class Worth It?

For a nearly 3-hour journey, First Class on LNER is a genuinely rewarding experience. The extra leg room comes in very handy when staging on the train for that long, especially if you are planning to work on your computer and need some extra elbow space. The freshly prepared meals are made with East Coast-sourced ingredients, offering a step up from the regular snacks you get on the go.

Newcastle Station: Getting to the Platform 

• Platform Layout: Platform numbers are announced on the departures board. There’s no set platform for the line, so check the board on arrival.
• Pre-Departure: Skip the main concourse and grab a coffee at one of the cafés inside the station's grand Victorian hall — the architecture itself is worth a look, considered one of the UK's most beautiful stations. You’ll find Costa Coffee (two locations), Caffè Nero and Greggs for a quick bite before you travel, along with free Wi-Fi and plenty of seating throughout.

Onboard trains from Newcastle to London Kings Cross

Once boarded, you can relax and enjoy the pleasant view of the British East Coast.

• The View Alert: To catch the best coastal scenery, book a seat on the Left-Hand Side of the carriage (facing South).
• Key Landmarks: Have your camera ready shortly after departure. Within the first 20 minutes, you'll cross the Royal Border Bridge at Berwick-upon-Tweed, with magnificent views of the North Sea and Northumberland cliffs. About 30 minutes in, look out for the Durham Cathedral as the train crosses the viaduct.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

• The Regent's Canal Exit (Towards King's Cross Quarter): Follow the exit signs for Regent's Canal and you'll exit the station at the German Gymnasium restaurant. Here you can walk to King's Boulevard to reach Granary Square and the Coal Drops Yard shopping area just across the canal. 
• The King's Cross Tunnel: A pedestrian subway tunnel connects King's Cross and St Pancras International stations towards Granary Square and Coal Drops Yard. 
• Harry Potter fans: Platform 9¾ is located on the wall in the main station concourse — look for a luggage trolley embedded in the wall. A Harry Potter shop is located right next door.
• Onward Travel: King's Cross has two major rail terminals — King's Cross and St Pancras International — with Euston Station just 500 metres away. Direct connections include Heathrow (1 hour on the Piccadilly line), Gatwick (46 mins on National Rail) and Luton (32 mins on National Rail).