Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Overview: trains from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Dunfermline 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 06:23 View journey
Last train 23:46 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 168
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey €24.09 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 37m
Train operators 6

From Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne by train. With 42 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost for travel between Dunfermline and Newcastle upon Tyne

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €24.09, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Dunfermline and Newcastle upon Tyne

If you are taking the train from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne, you will have 42 trains each day (with a departure every 23 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:23. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:46. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:47, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

On this route spanning 168 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 9 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne

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 Newcastle upon Tyne city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne

Want to know more about your journey from Dunfermline 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 from Dunfermline to Newcastle upon Tyne is 168 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.