The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Newcastle
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Buses per day
26
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 €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 26 buses that leave London for Newcastle on Fri, Jul 10, 21 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 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 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.
FlixBus6:00 AM7h10London, Victoria Coach Station1:10 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:50 AM6h20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1:10 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 AM6h10London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)6:25 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM7h00London, Victoria Coach Station5:00 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:40 AM6h20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)5:00 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:55 PM5h45London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)3:40 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM6h10London, Victoria Coach Station3:40 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 AM6h10London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)6:25 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:40 AM6h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)5:55 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€231One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:50 AM6h20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1:10 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Newcastle
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 €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 398 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €226 Average price |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h10 | 1:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h20 | 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 | 7h20 | 3:50 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 | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 5:00 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h20 | 5:00 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX133 | Delayed 3:00 PM 11:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 8h15 | 7:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h15 | 5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX025 · NX426 | 1:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 11h55 | 1:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX032 · NX401 · NX426 | 1:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 11h55 | 1:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX133 | Delayed 3:00 PM 2:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 8h25 | 10:25 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 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h25 | 4:25 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 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h50 | 4:50 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h05 | 5:05 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h35 | 5:05 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 | |
NX466 · NX172 | On time 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h16 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h10 | 6:25 AM 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 22 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 17 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 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between London to Newcastle with Megabus, National Express, 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 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.

- 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 London to Newcastle
Most London to Newcastle buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street. Use this guide to compare London and Newcastle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Newcastle leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station 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), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 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), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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