What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus via Leicester which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Newcastle via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Newcastle upon Tyne is 215 miles. The road distance is 202.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £110 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Leicester, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 36m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 51m
£113–167
Bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to John Dobson Streetbus Ukx010 / ...
6h 36m
£25–43
Drive 201.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tynecar 201.3 mi
3h 19m
£49–71
Fly to Newcastle
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BHX - NCL
3h 50m
£56–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180
6h 44m
£40–110
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3h 27m
£75–195

Birmingham NEC to Newcastle upon Tyne by foot and train

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Birmingham NEC, England and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Asda to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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