With a population of 7,444, Newcastle is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newcastle to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, artisan @ The Biscuit Factory (Biscuit Factory, Stoddart Street) and Graphite (67 Main St) are great picks.
Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 28 miles from Newcastle. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from Loganair, easyJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.
Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 157 miles from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newcastle, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newcastle takes 110 miles and will cost you around £28. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £86 for a journey of 325 miles.
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 £112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £155 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.77 and £23.69. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Newcastle, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.