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Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne takes 6h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 25m
Duration
313 mi
Distance
£166
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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5h 33m
£138–210

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Newcastle upon Tyne at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 57m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 53m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 57m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 53m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 57m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 53m • 1 change

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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 58m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 42m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 53m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country5h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 313.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 33m.

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