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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal is to bus and line 124 bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £23 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Wemyss Place via Waterloo Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Longniddry via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Spittal is 137 miles. The road distance is 99.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 124 bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 18m
£44–104
Bus, line 124 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Wemyss Placebus X5 / ...
3h 48m
£14–23
Drive 98.5 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittalcar 98.5 mi
2h 4m
£24–35
Train, line 124 bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Wemyss Placebus X5 / ...
2h 32m
£25–45

Newcastle upon Tyne to Spittal by train

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Spittal, East Lothian, 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, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Wemyss Place via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Waterloo Place in around 3h 48m.

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