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Trains from Reading to Newcastle

Running 3 times a day with CrossCountry*

*Based on scheduled timetable

Take advantage of discounted train tickets up to 15 minutes prior to departure, when you purchase Advance tickets.

Kick back and relax on your journey from Reading to Newcastle with CrossCountry. When you travel on one of our trains, you'll get excellent service and a great travel experience. Travelling around the country has never been so comfortable.

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Why CrossCountry?

Buy tickets for any train journey in Britain. We cross more of the country than any other train company.

  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • 10% TOTUM discount

CrossCountry Trains from Reading to Newcastle

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Travelling to Newcastle

  • First CrossCountry train - 06:45
  • Last CrossCountry train - 17:45

Travelling from Reading to Newcastle

Explore Newcastle with CrossCountry. You'll have an easy journey on one of our trains from Reading to Newcastle, so you'll arrive refreshed and ready to visit family, get to work, or see the sights. Whether you stay for a day, a weekend or a week is up to you - you won't run out of things to do in Newcastle.

Are there direct trains from Reading to Newcastle?

Yes, regular direct trains run between Reading and Newcastle with CrossCountry.

What amenities are available onboard trains from Reading to Newcastle?

CrossCountry makes travelling from Reading to Newcastle easy and comfortable, thanks to the wide range of amenities available on our trains. Choose from a variety of seating options (including table groupings ), and make use of our electric points (subject to availability), and at-seat service offering drinks and light refreshments.

Is WiFi available on trains from Reading to Newcastle?

Yes! Surf the web as you would at home with our free on-board WiFi on all our trains from Reading to Newcastle.

T&Cs apply. Visit our WiFi On-Board page for more information.

Where can I find cheap tickets from Reading to Newcastle?

There are lots of ways to travel from Reading to Newcastle at the best possible price - book well in advance, be flexible with times, and always compare singles. Find all our tips in our guide to finding cheapest tickets. Be sure to keep an eye on our special offers page, too - you can even set up an alert for the journey from Reading to Newcastle.

Can I use my railcard on trains from Reading to Newcastle?

If you're a railcard holder, you're in luck - there's a good chance you'll be able to save up to 1/3 on your ticket from Reading to Newcastle. We accept railcards on most of our services, so check out our Railcards page for more information about your specific railcard.

Newcastle

For full information about Newcastle station, check out our station guide.

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