Getting to Newton Stewart
Location & Travel Directions for Newton Stewart
Newton Stewart lies at a cross-roads on the banks of the River Cree, in the county of Wigtownshire in Dumfries and Galloway, south west Scotland.
Here, the east-west route between England and Ireland (A75 / Euro-route E13) meets the north-south route (A714) from the Machars, Wigtown and Whithorn, to the rest of Scotland.
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, peace and tranquility, Newton Stewart is the perfect base for your stay in South West Scotland.
Rail Travel
There are two railway stations within 30 miles of Newton Stewart at Barrhill (18 miles) to the north, and Stranraer (25 miles) to the west. Details of rail times can be found on the First ScotRail web site which features a useful journey planner, timetables and ticket booking facilities.
Useful Links
First ScotRail
www.firstgroup.com
Bus / Coach Travel
There are regular bus services throughout the region and Newton Stewart also has a town bus service. Please find links to local bus / coach travel companies below.
Useful Links
Stagecoach
www.stagecoachbus.com
National Express
www.nationalexpress.com
Ferry Travel
There are regular ferry services, linking Scotland with Northern Ireland, which run between Belfast/ Larne and Cairnryan, only 26 miles from Newton Stewart.
Useful Links
Stena-Line
www.stenaline.co.uk
P&O Irish Sea Ferries
www.poirishsea.com
Air Travel
The nearest international Airport is at Prestwick, 50 miles away.