Middlesbrough to Newcastle upon Tyne by train
Newcastle upon Tyne lies 50 km (31 mi) north-west of Middlesbrough, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 29 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Middlesbrough | Newcastle upon Tyne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 142,707 | 300,125 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | James Cook University Hospital railway station, Cargo Fleet railway station | Walker railway station, Darras Hall railway station, Coxlodge railway station |
| Postal codes | TS1–TS4 | NE1–NE98 |
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Common questions
How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Middlesbrough?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Middlesbrough; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Middlesbrough to Newcastle upon Tyne by train?
About 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Middlesbrough and Newcastle upon Tyne?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.