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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Castlerock is to bus which costs £12 - £16 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Castlerock is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle station to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Bus Station and arriving at Coleraine Buscentre via Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Castlerock?

The distance between Newcastle and Castlerock is 98 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Castlerock without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 40m and costs £15 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Newcastle to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Castlerock bus from?

Newcastle to Castlerock bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newcastle Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Castlerock bus arrive?

Newcastle to Castlerock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Bedford Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Castlerock is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Newcastle to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 705+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Newcastle to Castlerock - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newcastle to Castlerock by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Castlerocktrain Re / ...
3h 40m
£15–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Belfast Bedford Streetbus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
4h 52m
£12–15
Drive 85.9 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle to Castlerockcar 85.9 mi
1h 49m
£22–31

Newcastle to Castlerock by bus and train

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Distance: 97.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Castlerock via Belfast Bedford Street, Bridge Street, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 4h 52m.

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