Chester-le-Street to Newcastle train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle

Showing times and prices for May 05

Cheapest price

€2

Average price

€4

Fastest journey

9 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Chester-le-Street for Newcastle on Tue, May 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .

On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 12 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.

  • Northern Rail
    8:46 AM0h11
    Chester-le-Street
    8:57 AMNewcastle
    21One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    8:47 AM0h12
    Chester-le-Street
    8:59 AMNewcastle
    31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    1:13 PM0h10
    Chester-le-Street
    1:23 PMNewcastle
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    10:13 PM0h09
    Chester-le-Street
    10:22 PMNewcastle
    61One-way
    0 transfers

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Compare train for Chester-le-Street to Newcastle

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €5.

Distance: 13 km

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€4

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Cheapest

€5

Average price

41m

Average total duration

Fastest

11m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Chester-le-Street to Newcastle train times

The table below shows live departures for Chester-le-Street to Newcastle trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
transpennine_expressN26358
On time
6:14 PM Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
0h11
6:25 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, May 5
northern_rail8:46 AM Chester-le-Street
0h11
8:57 AM Newcastle0 transfersDirect
northern_rail8:47 AM Chester-le-Street
0h12
8:59 AM Newcastle0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express1:13 PM Chester-le-Street
0h10
1:23 PM Newcastle0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle

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Trains from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
13 km
Average train duration
11m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
9m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:49 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, first_transpennine_express from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Chester-le-Street and Newcastle from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
€3
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
€21
first_transpennine_express frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Trains from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester-le-Street 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Chester-le-Street to Newcastle is €4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle is 9m to travel the 13 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle leaves at 11:49 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle with Northern Rail, first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Newcastle. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Chester-le-Street and Newcastle and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Newcastle from Chester-le-Street is worth doing with a journey time of 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle is December.
Yes, you can take a train between Chester-le-Street and Newcastle.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle

Chester-le-Street
Newcastle
The major train station for departures in Chester-le-Street is Chester-Le-Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chester-Le-Street for your trip from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle.
Chester-Le-StreetParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access to North Bound platform via ramp and roadside pavement
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Public transit options for Chester-Le-Street
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop off outside station entrance.

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