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

The cheapest train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff start from $94. The average price for this train route is around $310. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff?

The average train ride duration from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 42m and is operated by CrossCountry .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 4:41pm.

Train Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff from $90

Next train departures

Next departures for Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:40pm	Newcastle	5h 56m	10:36pm	Cardiff Central	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:40pm	Newcastle	5h 56m	10:36pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:40pm	Newcastle	5h 56m	10:36pm	Cardiff Central	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:40pm	Newcastle	5h 56m	10:36pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:05 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

250 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $107	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$94 - $706	Average Duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg 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 $94

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff start from $94. The average price for this train route is around $310. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff at 7:40am. And the latest train departs at 4:41pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$298

11/28

$298

Today

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11/30

No data

12/01

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12/02

$113

12/03

$90

12/04

$112

The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $90

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

You can expect to pay from $90 to $664 for a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-12-03.