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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Ayres Wynd via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Prestonpans is 133 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans without a car is to train and line 26 bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans.

Where can I stay near Prestonpans?

There are 2866+ hotels available in Prestonpans.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train, line 26 bus
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Ayres Wyndbus N26 / ...
2h 14m
£40–97
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Ayres Wyndbus N26 / ...
3h 28m
£16–24
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpanscar 101.9 mi
2h 8m
£25–36
Train, line 26 bus via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Ayres Wyndbus N26 / ...
2h 20m
£26–44

Newcastle upon Tyne to Prestonpans by train and bus

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Distance: 132.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Ayres Wynd via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Princes Street in around 3h 28m.

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