The average train between Preston and Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is an hourly train service from Preston 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.
Trains run hourly between Preston and Newcastle upon Tyne. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Newcastle upon Tyne at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Preston to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Preston to Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Newcastle upon Tyne is 152 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Newcastle via Carlisle in around 2h 51m.
