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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne. The average train journey from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 15 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway train trips are as short as 13 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | £5.18 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 4 |
Train service from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne
- CrossCountry tickets: £7 one-way
- London North Eastern Railway tickets: £5 one-way
- Northern Rail tickets: £7 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: £5 one-way
Which train should you take from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are 4 train lines with service from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne. TransPennine Express is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 0h 14m | £6.91 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 1 | 0h 14m | £5.68 |
| Northern Rail | 1 | 0h 20m | £6.91 |
| TransPennine Express | 5 | 0h 16m | £5.18 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne usually takes about 0 hours and 14 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 1 daily trips on weekends.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne start from £5, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 TransPennine Express schedules to Newcastle upon Tyne. TransPennine Express in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Newcastle upon Tyne trains arrive at Newcastle .
From Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne train travel on TransPennine Express takes 0 hours and 16 minutes. If you are looking to get to Newcastle upon Tyne faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 13 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Newcastle upon Tyne.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Durham at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham.
City Information
Newcastle upon Tyne
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Newcastle Upon Tyne, usually just referred to as Newcastle, is the largest city in the North East of England. Once an industrious shipbuilding capital, Newcastle is now mostly known for its exciting nightlife and bar scene; many people flock to the city annually to experience a "Geordie" night out.
During the day, however, Newcastle offers a diverse range of activities and experiences. Take a walk along the Quayside for a breath of sea air, as well as a spectacular view of the seven iconic bridges that connect the north and south banks of the River Tyne, namely the famous Tyne Bridge. Newcastle is also home to several museums to suit every interest, whether it be the Centre of Life for an exciting way to engage in science or the Discovery Museum for an insight into local history.
If you're a football fan, then a trip to Newcastle would be incomplete without a visit to St James' Park for daily guided tours to explore the long history of Newcastle United. You could even follow our itinerary to visit every Premier League Stadium in England.
Getting to Newcastle is easy, whether you wish to travel by car, train, coach, air, or sea. An international airport, an international ferry terminal, and the confluence of several major roads make it extremely easy to get to Newcastle. Central Station lies on the London North Eastern Railway, with frequent trains linking the city to both the south of England and Scotland. National Express and Megabus services also have many routes that stop in the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main departure station: Durham Train Station
There is one train station in Durham.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
Where is the train station in Newcastle upon Tyne?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Newcastle Station
Just a few hundred meters from the Tyne Bridge and Castle on Neville Street, Newcastle Rail Station opened in 1850 as part of the east coast rail line to London and Edinburgh. Also known as Newcastle Central Station, the station is commonly rated as one of the most beautiful station buildings in the country. LNER, TransPennine Express, and CrossCountry operate trains in and out of Newcastle. Passengers can reach most platforms from the main entrance by pedestrian bridges, and the Tyne and Wear Metro is accessible via the lower floor. Facilities include restrooms, a newsagent, and food kiosks.
Train stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:
Newcastle Station
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