How to get to Newcastle Airport
Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, there are lots of ways to get to Newcastle Airport. You can arrive with ease by train, metro, taxi, bus or car.
When getting the train to Newcastle Airport, Avanti West Coast routes can only get you as far as Carlisle. From here, you can jump onto a Northern Rail service that continues to Newcastle station, which is the nearest train station to Newcastle Airport.
Trains to Newcastle Airport
Getting a train to Newcastle Airport is simple since the airport is so well connected to the North East rail network by its handy Metro service.
Various operators will get you to Newcastle Central. TransPennine Express runs trains to Newcastle Central regularly from destinations like Edinburgh, Morpeth, Durham, Darlington and more. From places like London Kings Cross, or Glasgow Central, you could take an LNER train.
Avanti’s nearest stop is at Carlisle. From Carlisle, you will need to change to another service that can take you nearer to the airport. A Northern Rail train will have you there in under 90 minutes.
From Newcastle train station, travellers can get the metro to Newcastle airport in around 25 minutes.
Taxis to Newcastle Airport
Arrow Cars, the airport’s dedicated on-site taxi service, makes it easy to get a taxi to Newcastle Airport.
Whether you need a quick trip from the train station, or you live locally and need a pick-up from home, you’re covered. Taxis with Arrow Cars are available 24/7 and have fixed fares with all charges included.
Taxi bookings can be made online with Arrow Cars’ booking tool, over the phone, at their booking office, at their self-service kiosks or by email.
Buses to Newcastle Airport
If you’re considering getting a bus to Newcastle Airport, there are a number of routes available. For ultimate convenience, there is a bus stop located just opposite the airport terminal.
From Monday to Saturday, travellers can jump on the 777 bus from Morpeth or the 787 from Newcastle Newgate Street.
Bus numbers X77, X78 and X79 will also get you from Eldon Square to B6918 Ponteland Road, the airport access road.
Driving to Newcastle Airport
Located at the heart of the North East, Newcastle International Airport is easily accessible by car. When driving here, the A1 will lead you past the city centre directly to the airport following the postcode NE13 8BZ.
If you’re planning to park at Newcastle Airport, you can choose between short stay, long stay, premium fast track and premium Meet & Greet options. The Express car park is ideal for pick-ups or drop-offs, located just a short walk from the terminal.
