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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train and fly which takes 4h and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne is 329 miles. The road distance is 306.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £160 - £230.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle takes 5h 52m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £160 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne.

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

Book your Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
5h 52m
£160–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
9h 10m
£35–60
Drive 304.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tynecar 304.8 mi
5h 19m
£76–110
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h
£45–117
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 31m
£163–237
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
6h 52m
£117–200
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 54m
£123–404
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h
£87–238

Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Distance: 326.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 5h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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