London Kings Cross to Newcastle Trains From £48.70*

It takes around three hours to get from London Kings Cross to Newcastle with either LNER or Lumo. On your journey, you'll head up the East Coast Mainline, darting towards northern cities like York and Durham, before finally arriving in Newcastle along the banks of the River Tyne.

LNER runs along the East Coast Mainline, linking the UK’s capital with cities in Eastern England and Scotland, like Newcastle, Leeds, York, and Edinburgh.

Departing from London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross is an incredibly convenient station to depart from. It’s one of the UK’s busiest train stations, as it’s the southern terminus of the East Coast Mainline from Edinburgh Waverley. Yet, that doesn’t mean it isn’t convenient.

That’s because it’s so easy to reach, there are tons of local buses and taxis along Euston Road, London St Pancras International is only a two-minute walk away, and London Euston Station and Euston Bus Station are precisely half a mile away. Meanwhile, Kings Cross London Underground station runs on the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, and Victoria lines. Meaning you can get to the station from anywhere in central London in a jiffy.

London Kings Cross provides a crucial service that connects the eastern flank of England and Scotland, so it’s unsurprising that rail operators like Lumo, Hull Trains, Grand Central, Great Northern, Thameslink, and LNER run from Kings Cross.

Main stops

If you are travelling with LNER from London Kings Cross to Newcastle, then there are seven stops, these are: Peterborough, Newark Northgate, Doncaster, York, Northallerton, Darlington and Durham. This may change due to scheduling adjustments, planned construction work, or adverse weather conditions. Therefore, it’s advisable to check before travelling.

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Arriving at Newcastle

Newcastle Central Station is ideally located in the city centre, offering easy access to local transport options for exploring the city and beyond, including Sunderland, South Shields, and Newcastle Airport. As a key stop on the East Coast Mainline, it's served by Lumo, LNER, Northern, Transpennine Express, and CrossCountry.

The Tyne & Wear Metro, accessible from beneath the station, and numerous buses and taxis provide convenient travel. Nearby, Eldon Square is a short walk from shopping, while the Metrocentre is a quick train ride away. For nightlife, Newcastle Quayside boasts top pubs and bars, while art enthusiasts can visit BALTIC, a contemporary gallery on the Gateshead side of the River Tyne.

LNER train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: A London Kings Cross to Newcastle First-Class ticket gives you access to complimentary food and drinks, larger seats and tables, individual sockets, and USB ports. First-Class lounge access is available at certain stations on the East Coast Mainline.

LNER train travel advice

• Luggage: Passengers can bring up to three pieces of luggage. One small handbag, a carry-on bag and one large suitcase are allowed.
• Pets: Passengers can bring up to two dogs, cats or other small pets for free. Keep animals out of the aisles and off the seats. Dogs must be on leads, and other animals must be in carriers.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are free, compulsory and limited to one bike per customer (excluding folding bikes). Folding bikes can be taken onboard as luggage. Electric bikes can’t be charged on board.
• Children: Two children under 5 travel free with an adult; extra children need a Child ticket. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger assist: Get travel advice for the station you wish to use, seat reservations, ticket assistance, and help with arrivals and transfers, plus discounts for disabled passengers.

Travelling from London Kings Cross to Newcastle with Lumo takes about three and a half hours. The journey offers scenic views of Hertfordshire's and Cambridgeshire's countryside, glimpses of York's historic architecture, and the lush landscapes of North Yorkshire and County Durham.

Lumo is a relatively recent addition to the UK rail network. It runs a single service along the East Coast Mainline, connecting London King’s Cross to Edinburgh Waverley. It stops at a limited number of stations.

Lumo train classes

• Standard Class: Lumo offers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and non-complimentary catering facilities.

Lumo train travel advice

• Luggage: Travellers with Lumo can only bring one small bag or one medium suitcase. There are no luggage racks on any of their trains.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Children: Children under 5 can travel for free on all Lumo services, while those aged 5-15 are eligible for discounts of up to 50%.
• Bicycles: Lumo does not allow non-foldable bikes on their trains. Welcome to fold bicycles, no booking required.
• Passenger Assist: If you’d like passenger assistance on this journey, you can book it online, by telephone, WhatsApp, text relay, or through the Transport smartphone app up to two hours before your journey. Once you arrive at the station, please make yourself known to a member of staff or use a Help Point.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.