Train from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Leeds
NewcastleCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
NewcastleFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Leeds
NewcastleNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Leeds
NewcastleNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
NewcastleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:05 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds 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 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
82 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$11 - $66Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$21 - $156Average Duration1h 28m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$11 - $22Average Duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The average train ride duration from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

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

    The earliest train departs from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne at 7:08am. And the latest train departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/01
No data
12/02
$60
Today
$54
12/04
$50
12/05
$45
12/06
$48
12/07
$45
12/08
$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $148 for a train ticket from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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