Bus from London to Newcastle upon Tyne: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Newcastle upon Tyne on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson StreetCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
    		Newcastle upon TyneFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)No tags
      MegabusBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson StreetNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
        		Newcastle upon TyneNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 527, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        5h 30mAverage duration
        399 kmDistance
        17kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average priceR 263 - R 1 734Average duration7h 25m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average priceR 822 - R 8 207Average duration2h 57m
        9kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average priceR 527 - R 1 008Average duration5h 30m
        17kg CO₂e

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

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Newcastle upon Tyne start at R 263. The average price for this route is around R 487. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          The average bus journey time from London to Newcastle upon Tyne is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 399 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Newcastle upon Tyne at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

          A bus trip from London to Newcastle upon Tyne produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

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

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
        05/12
        R 952
        06/12
        R 684
        Today
        R 580
        08/12
        R 353
        09/12
        R 300
        10/12
        R 311
        11/12
        R 280
        12/12
        R 373
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 280

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

        You can expect to pay from R 280 to R 1 443 for a bus ticket from London to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 280, 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.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Newcastle upon Tyne?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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