What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge is to bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Forth Road Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Slip Road via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Forth Road Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at North Queensferry via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Forth Road Bridge is 135 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge?

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Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridge - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
1h 56m
£44–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 9m
£15–25
Drive 117 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Forth Road Bridgecar 117 mi
2h 30m
£29–41
Train, line 43 bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Queensferry Police Stationbus 43 / ...
2h 17m
£24–42

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Forth Road Bridge, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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