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Trains
Newcastle Central Station is the main rail interchange in the region.
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 5DL
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Live departure info for NCL | Live arrivals info for NCL
The fastest journey to London Kings Cross takes just under 3 hours. From Newcastle there are direct trains to many parts of the country. UK Rail Map.
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Tickets can be bought at the station ticket machines, ticket office or through websites like NationalRail, Trainline or any of the rail company websites. It is usually cheaper to buy tickets more than a day in advance.
From Newcastle Central station you can connect to:
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The Metro. After you pass through the ticket barriers, turn RIGHT.
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The North Sea Ferry terminal by bus.
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Local buses.
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Rental Cars. Offices are outside and to your LEFT.
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Taxis - the taxi rank is on your RIGHT as you leave the station.
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It is a 10 minute walk (uphill) to Grey's monument in the centre of the city.
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