City in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Getting around Newcastle
How to get around Newcastle
Compact and walkable; the Tyne and Wear Metro links the airport, center and coast. Trains reach Edinburgh in about 1.5 h and London in under 3 h.
Ways to get around Newcastle
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tyne and Wear Metro | About £2–4 single | Tap contactless; links airport, Central Station, Whitley Bay |
| Bus (Go North East, Stagecoach) | About £2–3 single | Tap contactless; day tickets about £4–6 |
| Ferry (Shields Ferry) | About £3–4 | North Shields to South Shields across the river |
| Walking and Quayside bridges | Free | Millennium Bridge and Tyne Bridge are short walks apart |
Ride-hailing apps in Newcastle
A 5 km ride costs about £8–13 ($10.6–17.2).
- Hackney cabs can be hailed at ranks; private-hire must be booked. Book ahead on match days.
Arriving in Newcastle
Newcastle (NCL)
Metro from the airport to Central Station, about 25 min, £3.50–4.50; taxi about £20–25, 20 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence for 12 months; carry an IDP if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in United Kingdom: Trains link most cities quickly but walk-up fares are high; book Advance tickets or buy a Railcard. Coaches are cheaper and slower; the Highlands suit a car or tour.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Newcastle?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Newcastle?
Compact and walkable; the Tyne and Wear Metro links the airport, center and coast. Trains reach Edinburgh in about 1.5 h and London in under 3 h.
How do I get from the airport to Newcastle?
Metro from the airport to Central Station, about 25 min, £3.50–4.50; taxi about £20–25, 20 min.
Is Newcastle walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- National Rail Enquiries
- Railcards
- National Express coaches
- Newcastle Gateshead
- Tyne and Wear Metro
- Newcastle Airport
- Newcastle Hospitals NHS
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