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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Bath is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Bath is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Bath. However, there are services departing from Offa`s Dyke Centre and arriving at James Street West via Country Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Bath. However, there are services departing from Knucklas and arriving at Bath Spa via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Bath?

The distance between Newcastle and Bath is 174 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Bath without a car is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 59m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Newcastle to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Bath bus from?

Newcastle to Bath bus services, operated by Sargeants Bros., depart from Offa`s Dyke Centre station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Bath train from?

Newcastle to Bath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Knucklas station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Bath?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Bath is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 59m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle to Bath bus arrive?

Newcastle to Bath bus services, operated by Sargeants Bros., arrive at Country Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Bath train arrive?

Newcastle to Bath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Bath is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Newcastle to Bath.

Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2857+ hotels available in Bath.

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

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

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Train via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the train from Knucklas to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spatrain
4h 59m
£82–144
Drive 97.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Bathcar 97.9 mi
2h 29m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Offa`s Dyke Centre to Country Bus Stationbus 91
2. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 445
3. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
7h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Knucklas to Cardiff Centraltrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 26m
£89–155

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Newcastle, Shropshire, England and Bath, England?

You can take a vehicle from Newcastle to Bath Spa via Knucklas, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Newcastle to James Street West via Offa`s Dyke Centre, Country Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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