What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road and arriving at King Street via John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport and arriving at Shotts via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

The distance between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Shotts is 158 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts bus from?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts train from?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts bus arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts train arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts.

Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 699+ hotels available in Shotts.

Can I share a ride from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Shotts. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
3h 19m
£54–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Harthill Servicesbus Uk090
5h 50m
£18–32
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle-NCL to Shottsrideshare 117.9 mi
2h 38m
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shottscar 117.9 mi
2h 38m
£29–42
Train, line 266 bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Easter Roadbus 266
4h 47m
£57–129

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Shotts by subway and train

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Newcastle Airport (NCL), England and Shotts, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Newcastle Airport to Shotts via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road to King Street via Eldon Square Bus Station, John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Harthill Services in around 5h 50m.

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