What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £110 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Ingenuity House via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Birmingham NEC is 215 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £110 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Sheffield, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC?

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Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC - 8 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 15m
£115–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk078
6h 54m
£28–43
Bus via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
6h 49m
£33–67
Drive 201.3 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NECcar 201.3 mi
3h 19m
£49–71
Fly Newcastle to Birmingham Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane NCL - BHX
4h 37m
£53–143
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
4h 18m
£79–199
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
4h 51m
£90–351
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 2m
£78–163

Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.7 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Birmingham NEC via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Ingenuity House in around 6h 49m.

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