Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury by train

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Overview: trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury

Find the key information for travelling by train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury, 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 00:08 View journey
Last train 22:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 449
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey US$188.50 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 52m
Train operators 5

Travelling by train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury

Ready to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Newcastle upon Tyne and Canterbury: 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$188.50, 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.

Departure frequency and timetable from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury:

  • 04:44 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:49 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:00 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 26 minutes from Newcastle upon Tyne toward Canterbury.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 38 trains serving this route each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury?

On this route spanning 449 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 hours and 6 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Newcastle upon Tyne and Canterbury?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Newcastle upon Tyne and Canterbury 3 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Canterbury city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Canterbury

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

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Canterbury is 449 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.