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Newcastle to London Kings Cross trains

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Relax between Newcastle and London

Soak up the stunning landscapes of Northern and Central England as you speed smoothly between Newcastle and London.

Enjoy our excellent range of refreshments, or catch forty winks in our comfy seats. With LNER, you'll arrive in style - and with a little extra spending money in your pocket!
Average travel time
3h 4m
Distance
246 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Our cheapest upcoming fares

Standard Class

Saturday 20 Apr 2024
From
£52.10

Standard Class

Tuesday 14 May 2024
From
£35.70

First Class

Tuesday 14 May 2024
From
£85.10

Today's journeys

Upcoming direct journeys for Newcastle to London Kings Cross

First train 04:45 Last train 21:15

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Lose yourself in London for less

LNER trains arrive and depart at London King's Cross station, close to King's Cross St. Pancras Underground station, the British Library, Camden Town, and Regents Park.

It's easy to find cheap train tickets from Newcastle to London with LNER. Our real-time updates mean travel is hassle-free.

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Get a little extra with your journey

No only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.

When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:

  • Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
  • 2% back on all LNER  journeys

Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.

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RELATED FAQS

Are there direct trains from Newcastle to London King’s Cross?

LNER offers a direct train from Newcastle to London King’s Cross and a journey that takes roughly three hours. During peak times these trains run every half hour.

Which rail lines go through Newcastle?

The principal train line through Newcastle station is the East Coast mainline.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between Newcastle and London King’s Cross?

The good news is that there are plenty of Season Ticket options for travellers between Newcastle and London King’s Cross, ranging from one month to twelve months.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

Change of plans form

Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

Delay repay

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

What are the train stops between Newcastle and London King's Cross?

our journey from Newcastle to London King's Cross offers two different travel routes, each with its own unique appeal. Here's the stops that you can expect on each route:

Route 1:
Darlington
York

Route 2:
Durham
Darlington
Northallerton
York
Doncaster
Newark Northgate
Peterborough

Whether you prefer a more direct journey with a couple of stops or a scenic route with additional destinations, LNER ensures your trip from Newcastle to London King's Cross is not just a normal train journey but an experience to remember. Enjoy the journey!

What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to London King’s Cross by train?

The good news is we don’t charge a booking fee and will match any other price you find and refund the difference, so your tickets will already be the cheapest around when you’re travelling to London King’s Cross. For an even better deal we’d recommend buying Advance singles rather than a Flexible ticket. It’s a great idea to set up a Ticket Alert so you know when these cheaper tickets are available.

Which rail lines go through London King’s Cross?

The principal train line through London King's Cross station is the East Coast mainline.

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