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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Newcastle is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Newcastle is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Ratho Close via North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Glasgow to Newcastle?

The distance between Glasgow and Newcastle is 63 miles. The road distance is 54 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Glasgow to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Newcastle bus from?

Glasgow to Newcastle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Newcastle train from?

Glasgow to Newcastle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Newcastle is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs £15 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 3h.

Where does the Glasgow to Newcastle bus arrive?

Glasgow to Newcastle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Glasgow to Newcastle train arrive?

Glasgow to Newcastle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Newcastle is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Glasgow to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 773+ hotels available in Newcastle.

Glasgow to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 39 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Bus Stationbus X24
2h 28m
£16–23
Drive 53.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Newcastlecar 53.6 mi
1h 5m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
3h
£26–68
Bus, line 39 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus X58
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Ratho Closebus 39B / ...
3h 50m
£19–31

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Distance: 62.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Newcastle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ratho Close via North Approach Road and Bus Station in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Ratho Close via Haymarket, Glenrothes with Thornton, Railway Station, Bus Station Arrival Bay, and Bus Station in around 3h.

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