Newcastle travel guide
Newcastle Tourism | Newcastle Guide
You're Going to Love Newcastle
With a population of 7.444, Newcastle is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Where to Eat in Newcastle
If you’re looking for affordable options, artisan @ The Biscuit Factory (Biscuit Factory, Stoddart Street) and Sabatini (25 King Street Quayside) are great picks.
When to visit Newcastle
How to Get to Newcastle
Plane
Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 45 km from Newcastle.
Car
Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 258 km from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newcastle, including National Express, Bus and Busbud. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newcastle takes 177 km and will cost you around $43. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Newcastle
Where to stay in Newcastle
From 5-star hotels such as the Slieve Donard to great affordable options like the Cherryhill Lodge, Newcastle offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $239 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $322 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Newcastle
Hiring a car in Newcastle
Expect to pay $3.11 per litre in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.24 and $49.65. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Newcastle, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.