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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock is to bus via John Dobson Street which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne station to Cumnock station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Cumnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Auchinleck via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Cumnock is 140 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock, including transfers.

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

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

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

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 342+ hotels available in Cumnock.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
3h 58m
£53–111
Bus via John Dobson Street
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1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
5h 53m
£31–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
5h 38m
£42–86
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnockcar 131.2 mi
2h 36m
£32–47

Newcastle upon Tyne to Cumnock by train and bus

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Cumnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Holm via Carlisle, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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