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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newcastle is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newcastle is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Newcastle Bus Station via Adelaide St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Newcastle?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Newcastle is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Newcastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Carrickfergus to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Newcastle bus from?

Carrickfergus to Newcastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Newcastle bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Newcastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Newcastle is 40 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 360+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
2h 40m
Drive 40.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Newcastlecar 40.2 mi
58 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Newcastletaxi 40.2 mi
58 min
£140–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Placebus 563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
2h 42m

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Newcastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Newcastle Bus Station via Donegall Place and Adelaide St. in around 2h 42m.

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