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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle (NCL)

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43

train journeys
per day

245

miles (395 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 01:42

first / last train

36

direct trains

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Newcastle (NCL)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between London Kings Cross and Newcastle , with 36 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Kings Cross to Newcastle is approximately 245 miles (395 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Newcastle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Kings Cross to Newcastle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Kings Cross to Newcastle

Journeys from London Kings Cross to Newcastle Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:48
    2 hrs 51 minsDirect
    08:39
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:15
    3 hrs 25 minsDirect
    09:40
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:00
    2 hrs 50 minsDirect
    09:50
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:30
    3 hrs 9 minsDirect
    10:39
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:00
    2 hrs 50 minsDirect
    10:50
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:26
    3 hrs 3 mins1 change
    11:29
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:30
    3 hrs 10 minsDirect
    11:40
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:00
    2 hrs 50 minsDirect
    11:50
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:30
    3 hrs 5 minsDirect
    12:35
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:00
    2 hrs 52 minsDirect
    12:52
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:30
    3 hrs 10 minsDirect
    13:40
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:45
    2 hrs 58 minsDirect
    13:43
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:00
    2 hrs 52 minsDirect
    13:52
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:27
    3 hrs 5 mins1 change
    14:32
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:30
    3 hrs 12 minsDirect
    14:42
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:00
    2 hrs 51 minsDirect
    14:51
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:18
    2 hrs 57 minsDirect
    15:15
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:30
    3 hrs 10 minsDirect
    15:40
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:00
    2 hrs 50 minsDirect
    15:50
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:30
    3 hrs 9 minsDirect
    16:39
    London Kings Cross
    Newcastle
    London Kings Cross to Newcastle

About London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
AddressLondon Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersAvailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
AddressNewcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Kings Cross and Newcastle

The travel time between London Kings Cross and Newcastle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Kings Cross and Newcastle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:42.

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Amenities on trains between London Kings Cross and Newcastle can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 36 direct services per day from London Kings Cross to Newcastle

Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between London Kings Cross and Newcastle.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Kings Cross and Newcastle, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.