It's easy to reach Newcastle Castle by rail. Hop on a train to Newcastle station, which is served by LNER, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express services from London, Birmingham and Edinburgh. From Newcastle Station it's just a 6-minute walk to Newcastle Castle. Simply exit the station, and head down Neville Street, which becomes Collingwood Street. Turn right onto St Nicholas Street, go under the bridge and the castle will be on your left-hand side.
If you're in Newcastle, the Castle is a must-see attraction. Indeed, the landmark gave the city its name! The stone tower and gatehouse are a wonderfully preserved slice of medieval history, fun for kids and adults alike.
For more information about opening times, visit Newcastle Castle's website.
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Departures and arrivals from Newcastle
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Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Manchester Victoria | TransPennine Express | 05:35 | 6 | On time |
| to Carlisle | Northern | 05:42 | 3 | On time |
| to Chathill | Northern | 05:57 | 1 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 06:00 | 4 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 06:00 | 7 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Ashington | Northern | 06:36 | 1 | On time |
| from Hexham | Northern | 06:51 | 7 | On time |
| from Berwick-upon-Tweed | London North Eastern Railway | 06:52 | 4 | On time |
| from Middlesbrough | Northern | 06:59 | 7 | On time |
| from Edinburgh (Waverley) | London North Eastern Railway | 07:02 | 3 | On time |