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Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Bridge trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Forth Bridge takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Bridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 6m
Duration
132 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Bridge train times

Trains run hourly between Newcastle upon Tyne and Forth Bridge. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newcastle upon Tyne is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Forth Bridge at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 3m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 14m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 38m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 10m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail2h • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 2m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail2h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail2h 4m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Bridge? 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Bridge.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 132.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Forth Bridge, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Three other operators also service this route.

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