The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Newcastle
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Newcastle will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 23 buses that leave London for Newcastle on Fri, Nov 21, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m 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.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 398 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price | €289 Average price |
6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Newcastle buses for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h35 | 1:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h15 | 2:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h20 | 2:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h50 | 2:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h25 | 3:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h40 | 5:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX133 | Delayed 11:20 AM 11:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX426 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 6:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h45 | 6:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX133 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h15 | 11:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX426 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 1:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX172 | On time 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 4:10 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 3:40 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h45 | 3:40 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX598 | On time 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h05 | 5:05 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 4:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h25 | 4:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 6:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX465 · NX172 | On time 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h56 | 11:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h15 | 6:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h10 | 1:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Newcastle
Buses from London to Newcastle run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 398 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from London to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between London to Newcastle with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in Newcastle, you can end your trip in coach stations like Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street and Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, located 0.2 miles (436 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Newcastle
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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