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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Birmingham is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle station to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Knucklas and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Birmingham?

The distance between Newcastle and Birmingham is 82 miles. The road distance is 60.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Birmingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Newcastle to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Birmingham bus from?

Newcastle to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle to Birmingham bus arrive?

Newcastle to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Birmingham is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Newcastle to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Boars Head PH to Bus Stationbus 553
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2h 30m
Drive 60.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Birminghamcar 60.3 mi
1h 27m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Knucklas to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2h 31m
£45–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3h 3m
£45–75

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a vehicle from Newcastle to Birmingham New Street via Knucklas and Shrewsbury in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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