How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne start from $47. The average price for this train route is around $221. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 173 miles (278 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.

Train Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne from $45

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 48m	11:15am	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 48m	11:15am	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 48m	11:15am	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 48m	11:15am	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 48m	11:15am	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 26m	10:29am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 28m	11:31am	Newcastle	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	3h 59m	11:29am	Newcastle	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Birmingham New Street	3h 59m	11:29am	Newcastle	Fastest
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	4h 27m	12:30pm	Newcastle	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	4h 27m	12:30pm	Newcastle	No tags
Train	9:03am	Birmingham New Street	4h 27m	1:30pm	Newcastle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:32 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Newcastle upon Tyne. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

173 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $139	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$47 - $547	Average Duration3h 27m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $47

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne start from $47. The average price for this train route is around $221. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 173 miles (278 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$112

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12/02

$64

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$72

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$80

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$90

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $64

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $440 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-02.