Trains from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne

Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train information

• There are many train companies across the country & Europe. By searching for your ticket using our travel search engine, you can see the trains from Reading in England to Newcastle upon Tyne in England as well as the train operator for this journey.
• There are 245 miles between the 2 cities and the average journey time from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne is approximately 4h30m. Taking the train is often the quickest option to get to Newcastle upon Tyne from Reading, and it's also more environmentally friendly than driving your car or flying.
• Depending how much time in advance you book your ticket as well as when you travel, the price of the ticket will vary.

Best prices for Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets

Reading - Newcastle upon Tyne prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

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Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

The Prices for train tickets Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne tend to increase the closer you get to your departure day. Based on our data, if you purchase your ticket 15 days in advance, the price of the ticket starts at £62 whereas when booking on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £103 for your trip. Thus, you will save 41% on the price of your ticket by buying your ticket 15 days in advance as opposed to on the day you're travelling.

The data are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Reading and Newcastle upon Tyne by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Newcastle upon Tyne to Reading and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Reading - Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets

National Railcards can save you a lot if you're using the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you are able to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to pay less for your Reading Newcastle upon Tyne train ticket.

How much can I save with a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne? Grab your calculator, considering:

A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Reading Newcastle upon Tyne ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Reading to Newcastle upon Tyne (one way trip).

What is the cost of a railcard?

All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard for which you will pay £20. Railcards give you 34% off most adult fares, hence you will save 1/3 on most train tickets.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey