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From Newcastle to York, take the fastest train in 54m, typically 59m. Daily, 78 trains depart from Newcastle, with the first at 04:21 and the last at 22:45. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04:21 Newcastle | 05:38 York | On time | 1h 17m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
04:40 Newcastle | 05:58 York | On time | 1h 18m | LNER | Find tickets | |
05:28 Newcastle | 06:30 York | On time | 1h 2m | LNER | Find tickets | |
05:35 Newcastle | 06:47 York | On time | 1h 12m | TransPennine Express | Find tickets | |
06:00 Newcastle | 06:57 York | On time | 57m | LNER | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Newcastle to York with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
| First train | 04:21 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 |
| Departure station | Newcastle |
| Arrival station | York |
| Distance | 195 miles (314 km) |
| Journey time | From 54m |
| Price | From £5.05 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Newcastle to York with TransPennine Express offers a fast and scenic journey, boasting views of the River Tyne, Durham and open countryside as you approach York in a journey spanning around 1 hour from start to finish.
TransPennine Express runs high-speed services across the North of England and into Scotland, linking key destinations including Newcastle, York, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Their trains are designed for intercity travel.
Newcastle Station is located on Neville Street, in the centre of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. From here, you can easily access local transport options including buses, taxis and the Metro, making it simple to start your journey.
From Newcastle, trains run regularly to key destinations such as Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, London, Birmingham and Newcastle Airport. The station is served by major train operators including TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern, and Grand Central.
It’s close to nearby attractions like Grainger Market, Grey Street and cultural venues such as the Theatre Royal and Newcastle Cathedral. A short walk also takes you to the Quayside, which is home to the Tyne Bridge and the Millennium Bridge.
The main stops between Newcastle and York on a TransPennine Express service include Chester-le-Street, Durham and Darlington.
Between Newcastle and York, similarly on CrossCountry trains, you’ll stop at Durham and Darlington.
On a LNER service, you’ll stop at Chester-le-Street, Durham, Darlington and Northallerton too.
York Station is located just outside the city walls on Station Road, a short walk from the city centre. This makes it easy to reach key attractions on foot or via local bus and taxi services.
York is a major rail hub in England, with frequent services to and from London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds and Birmingham. The station is served by several train operators, including LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry and Northern, offering direct connections across the UK.
Once you arrive in York, the station puts you in prime position to explore the city’s most iconic landmarks. This includes York Minster, the Shambles, Clifford’s Tower and the National Railway Museum, all of which are within walking distance.
The more you know about what to expect from your Newcastle to York train journey, the smoother and more comfortable it will be.
CrossCountry’s Newcastle and York service is comfortable, efficient and full of great views. You’ll see the Tyne Valley and farmland as the train travels down the Line.
CrossCountry operates one of the most extensive rail networks in Britain, running long-distance services from Scotland through the Midlands to the South Coast. Major destinations on their network include Newcastle, York, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and Penzance.
Here’s what to expect from your CrossCountry journey from Newcastle to York:
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) offers a fast, frequent and scenic service from Newcastle to York. The journey takes in views of rural North Yorkshire and English towns as you head toward York’s centre.
LNER operates high-speed services between London King’s Cross and major cities including Newcastle, York, Leeds, Edinburgh and Inverness. The operator is known for speed, comfort and modern trains.
Here’s everything you need to know about a Newcastle to York train journey with LNER.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
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