4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Newcastle
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Newcastle will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bradford for Newcastle on Sat, Nov 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bradford to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 131 km
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€42 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Newcastle trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:21 AM Bradford | 2h01 | 8:22 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:32 AM Bradford | 2h18 | 9:50 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:08 AM Bradford | 2h07 | 10:15 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:08 PM Bradford | 2h03 | 3:11 PM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 15 | |||||
| 4:58 AM Bradford | 3h13 | 8:11 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 AM Bradford | 2h40 | 8:10 AM Newcastle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Newcastle
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Trains from Bradford to Newcastle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Bradford to Newcastle trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bradford and Newcastle from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bradford to Newcastle: Journey Details
The train from Bradford to Newcastle is not a direct journey but instead has one or two changes on route. For the one change journeys, a stop over at either Leeds or York is required, alternatively, you will need to change at both Leed and York. It is possible to leave from Bradford Forster Square station, but the majority of services run from Bradford Interchange. The earliest possible time to make the journey during the week and on Saturdays is around 6:00 a.m., with the last train leaving just before midnight, getting into Newcastle in the early hours of the morning. On Sundays, services are reduced; beginning later and finishing earlier. Services are operated by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry and Virgin Trains.
Where do trains from Bradford to Newcastle depart from and arrive at?
All trains from Bradford to Newcastle depart from either Forster Square and/or Bradford Interchange; both of which are in the centre of the city, a short ten-minute walk apart. Most passengers taking the train from Bradford to Newcastle will leave from Bradford Interchange stations, where there is a bus and coach station too.
The Bradford-Newcastle train arrives at Newcastle station, the main station within the city. People come to visit Newcastle for the riverside bars and restaurants, nightlife, galleries and shops. Newcastle station is centrally located, not far from the River Tyne. There is a large number of bus stops nearby for onward journeys to Gateshead, Jesmond, Tynemouth, Sunderland and South Shields, among others. There is also a taxi rank outside the station.
FAQs: Trains from Bradford to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Newcastle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bradford to Newcastle
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail.
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
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- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off by the car park entrance on Frizinghall Road
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
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Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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