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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Bristol is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Offa`s Dyke Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Country Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Knucklas and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Bristol?

The distance between Newcastle and Bristol is 163 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Bristol without a car is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Newcastle to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Bristol?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Bristol is to train via Shrewsbury which takes 4h 18m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newcastle to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Bristol is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Newcastle to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2669+ hotels available in Bristol.

Newcastle to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle to Bristol 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 Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4h 18m
£76–132
Drive 89 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle to Bristolcar 89 mi
2h 7m
£22–32
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 / ...
6h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Knucklas to Cardiff Centraltrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 43m
£82–145
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Knucklas to Cardiff Centraltrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
6h 35m
£73–121

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Distance: 161.6 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a vehicle from Newcastle to Bristol Temple Meads via Knucklas, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Newcastle to Bus Station via Offa`s Dyke Centre, Country Bus Station, and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 6h 3m.

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