Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich 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 00:08 View journey
Last train 23:08 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 10hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 1100
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey US$589.50 View journey
Avg journey time 14hr 49m
Train operators 8

Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 1,100 kilometres.

Train cost between Zurich and Newcastle upon Tyne

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$589.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Departure frequency and timetable from Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne

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

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:08 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 01:08 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:36 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 1 hour and 41 minutes from Zurich toward Newcastle upon Tyne.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 7 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 10 hours and 30 minutes, spanning 1,100 kilometres in total.

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

You can start planning and booking your trip between Zurich and Newcastle upon Tyne 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Newcastle upon Tyne

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Newcastle upon Tyne.

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Newcastle upon Tyne

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

The train journey between Zurich and Newcastle upon Tyne covers 1,100 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.