The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Newcastle
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Newcastle will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 26 buses that leave Liverpool for Newcastle on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus6:30 AM5h45Liverpool, Liverpool One12:15 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:40 AM5h35Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre12:15 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
NX541 · NX1772:35 PM6h00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place8:35 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station€191One-way1 transfer
NX540 · NX1724:25 PM6h35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place11:00 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station€191One-way1 transfer
NX540 · NX1729:30 AM6h40Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place4:10 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM5h35Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre5:55 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€291One-way1 transfer
FlixBus6:40 AM5h35Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre12:15 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 AM5h45Liverpool, Liverpool One12:15 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM5h45Liverpool, Liverpool One5:55 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€281One-way1 transfer
NX541 · NX1772:35 PM6h00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place8:35 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station€191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 195 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Newcastle buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX172 | Delayed 8:50 AM 4:15 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h00 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | Delayed 8:50 AM 7:55 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 2:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX591 | On time 9:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h00 | 3:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h25 | 4:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h10 | 4:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX183 | On time 11:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h00 | 5:40 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 5h35 | 5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX172 | Delayed 9:05 PM 1:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 8:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 1:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h35 | 8:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX133 | On time 3:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h55 | 10:25 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX172 | Delayed 10:30 PM 4:25 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h35 | 11:00 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 5:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h40 | 1:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX172 | On time 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 4:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 7h15 | 5:05 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 7h05 | 5:05 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
NX170 · NX172 | Delayed 6:50 AM 3:30 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h45 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX172 | 3:35 AM Liverpool, University | 7h40 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 12:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 5h35 | 12:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 7:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h35 | 2:25 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | 7:58 AM Liverpool, University | 6h27 | 2:25 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 10:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h25 | 5:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX183 | On time 11:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h50 | 5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX133 | On time 1:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 8:05 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 6:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h45 | 1:05 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX172 | On time 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 4:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Newcastle
Buses from Liverpool to Newcastle run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:18, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 195 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 195 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 12:18 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Liverpool to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Newcastle with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Newcastle by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Newcastle
Most Liverpool to Newcastle buses use the Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place to Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Newcastle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do buses to Newcastle leave from?
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Getting to Liverpool, Liverpool One from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
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