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Trip Overview

The average train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Helmsdale takes 20h 28m and the fastest train takes 18h 40m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Newcastle upon Tyne to Helmsdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

20h 28m
Duration
407 mi
Distance
£149
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Newcastle upon Tyne to Helmsdale train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Newcastle upon Tyne and Helmsdale. The service departs Newcastle upon Tyne at 3:03 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Helmsdale at 09:43:30. All services require a transfer, and take on average 20h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail18h 40m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail18h 40m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail18h 40m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail29h 29m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail18h 40m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail18h 40m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Helmsdale? 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 Helmsdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 407.4 mi
  • Duration: 20h 28m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 8h 37m.

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