Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Overview: trains from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:24 View journey
Last train 23:40 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 9m View journey
Distance (km) 13
Trains / day 53 View all
Cheapest journey US$6.61 View journey
Avg journey time 13m
Train operators 4

Travelling from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

Considering a train trip from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Chester-le-Street and Newcastle upon Tyne: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$6.61, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne departure timetable

On this route, 53 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Chester-le-Street at 00:24 and the last leaving at 23:40 during the week.

For weekend travel to Newcastle upon Tyne, the earliest departure is at 00:31 and the last one is at 23:40. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 9 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne

Trains can complete this route in as little as 9 minutes. The total distance travelled is 13 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Chester-le-Street and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Newcastle upon Tyne city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne

Want to know more about your journey from Chester-le-Street to Newcastle upon Tyne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Chester-le-Street and Newcastle upon Tyne is 13 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.