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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newcastle to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Edinburgh will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 11 buses that leave Newcastle for Edinburgh on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 148 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Edinburgh buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 2h40 | 6:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 2h35 | 7:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX598 | 5:10 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2h30 | 7:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX180 | 5:30 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2h35 | 8:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX183 | 2:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2h45 | 5:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 2h40 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 4h14 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| NX591 | On time 4:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2h45 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX183 | 5:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2h45 | 8:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 2h40 | 9:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 4h19 | 11:14 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 2:45 AM Newcastle | 2h40 | 5:25 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Edinburgh
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Buses from Newcastle to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 148 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 148 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Newcastle to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Edinburgh with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Newcastle, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street and Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your journey in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station and Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (436 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Newcastle to Edinburgh
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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