Bus from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Newcastle upon TyneCheapestFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)No tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Great Charles Street Queensway
    		Newcastle upon TyneNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Brunel Street
      		Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson StreetNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:55 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Newcastle upon Tyne. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        3h 40mAverage Duration
        278 kmDistance
        12kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$22 - $197Average Duration7h 10m
        7kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$66 - $762Average Duration3h 27m
        7kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$31 - $31Average Duration3h 40m
        12kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne start from $22. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 280 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          A bus trip from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        12-06
        $56
        12-07
        $70
        Today
        $34
        12-09
        $27
        12-10
        $23
        12-11
        $22
        12-12
        $29
        12-13
        $26
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $22

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $22 to $104 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-11.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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