How to travel from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The distance between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne is around 460km (286 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Newcastle upon Tyne → Kirkwall if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newcastle (NCL).
- Duration2h 20m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost£240($285)
Loganair
+ 3 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then take the train to Edinburgh and then to Newcastle.
- Duration11h 20m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£78($90)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Aberdeen then drive to Newcastle upon Tyne.
- Duration11h 35m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£88($105)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around £63 ($74) and will take around 11h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £240 ($285).
The distance between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne is around 460km (286 miles).
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx £240 ($285).
The cheapest way to travel between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around £63 ($74) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newcastle (NCL). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Newcastle (NCL). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and arrive at Newcastle (NCL) - via Aberdeen (ABZ). The flight takes around 1h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne. There is however a flight that goes via Aberdeen (ABZ). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Kirkwall (KOI) and and arrive into Newcastle (NCL).
The closest major airport to Newcastle upon Tyne is Newcastle International Airport (NCL) (NCL) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Newcastle upon Tyne. Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne. We recommend that you fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh (EDI) then take the train to Newcastle. instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kirkwall to Newcastle upon Tyne is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around £330 ($390).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 2h 20m | £240($285) | once daily | 460km (286 miles) |
| Fly to Durham (MME), Train | 2h 60m | £420($500) | once daily | 579km (360 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 35m | £330($390) | hourly | 552km (343 miles) |
| Fly to Glasgow (GLA), train | 4hrs | £370($435) | hourly | 650km (404 miles) |
| Fly to Manchester (MAN), train | 5h 15m | £335($395) | hourly | 888km (552 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 4 similar | 11h 20m | £78($90) | 3 times a week | 673km (418 miles) |
| Ferry to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, train | 11h 25m | £160($190) | once daily | 853km (530 miles) |
| Ferry to Aberdeen, Train | 11h 35m | £63($74) | 3 times a week | 673km (418 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 10h 45m | £95($110) | once daily | 769km (478 miles) |
| Ferry to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, bus and train | 12h 30m | £88($105) | once a week | 769km (478 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 11h 35m | £88($105) | 3 times a week | 636km (395 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kirkwall and Newcastle upon Tyne
Train operators
LNER
First ScotRail Service
Airlines
Loganair
Eastern Airways
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
NorthLink Ferries
Pentland Ferries
Airports near Newcastle upon Tyne
The following major airports near Newcastle upon Tyne offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Newcastle upon Tyne
Teesside International Airport (MME)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Newcastle upon Tyne
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 123km (76 miles) from Newcastle upon Tyne