What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Newcastle is to bus via Airport Zone 16 which costs €26 - €150 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Peamount Rd via Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Hazelhatch via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Belfast to Newcastle?

The distance between Belfast and Newcastle is 207 km. The road distance is 171.1 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Belfast to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Newcastle bus from?

Belfast to Newcastle bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Newcastle train from?

Belfast to Newcastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Belfast to Newcastle is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Airport Zone 16, which costs €26 - €150 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Belfast to Newcastle bus arrive?

Belfast to Newcastle bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Newcastle train arrive?

Belfast to Newcastle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Newcastle is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Belfast to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 1168+ hotels available in Newcastle.

Belfast to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Newcastle by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Hazelhatchtrain Re / ...
3h 39m
€26–36
Bus via Airport Zone 16
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
3h 41m
€27–141
Drive 171.1 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Newcastlecar 171.1 km
2h 3m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Hawkins Street to Peamount Rdbus 68
4h 45m

Belfast to Newcastle by train and bus

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Distance: 206.8 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Newcastle, IE-D, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Peamount Rd via Dublin Connolly, Hazelhatch, and Hazelhatch Station in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1 hourly. Tickets cost €20–140 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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