How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Glasgow?

Newcastle upon Tyne and Glasgow are 121 miles (195 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow?

Most of the buses traveling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow leave from Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station) and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

Once in Glasgow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are King's Theatre, Celtic Park, Hunterian Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Auchentoshan Distillery.

Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow from $10 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayAug 5

from $24

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from $24

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from $19

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 6 at 4:15pm
Departure city: Newcastle upon Tyne
Departure location: Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street
Arrival time: August 6 at 8:30pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 6 at 5:30am
Departure city: Newcastle upon Tyne
Departure location: Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
Arrival time: August 6 at 9:20am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
Departure time: August 6 at 5:30am
Departure city: Newcastle upon Tyne
Departure location: Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
Arrival time: August 6 at 9:20am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
Departure time: August 6 at 4:05am
Departure city: Newcastle upon Tyne
Departure location: Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street
Arrival time: August 6 at 8:25am
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Buchanan Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: August 6 at 5:00am
Departure city: Newcastle upon Tyne
Departure location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Arrival time: August 6 at 3:50pm
Destination city: Glasgow
Destination location: Glasgow Airport Terminal 1
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 50m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $71	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$71 - $155	Average Duration2h 43m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $21	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21

Average bus trip duration4h 20m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure3:45am

Distance121 miles (194 km)

Latest bus departure6:00pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,883 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,214 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, there have been reports of bus breakdowns and delays on the number 900 route, resulting in passengers arriving late for their transfers in Glasgow. Some customers express frustration as they were late for business meetings due to the bus being significantly delayed.

Megabus Newcastle upon Tyne Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was very relaxing, warm and just chilling. The driver was really nice as well

Dalia S.

February 9, 2025

I didn't enjoyed it wasted. My time before the bus arrived more than 2 hours no email from the company l feel disappointed

Josephine O.

March 23, 2024

Bus broke down and we were out on the number 900, which was a bus with lots of stops. meaning we got in late for our transfers in glasgow

Edward A.

May 16, 2023

National Express

4/529,443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29443 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $19

National Express Newcastle upon Tyne Glasgow recent customer reviews

Easy booking, ,comfortable coaches, helpful staff.

Helen W.

October 11, 2022

Very good

Emmanuel M.

August 7, 2019

On time. Staff very pleasant. Cleanliness of toilet a big let down.

Kay C.

October 1, 2018

Infobus

4/5474 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, National Express, RegioJet, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Newcastle upon Tyne and Glasgow?

Stops in Newcastle upon Tyne

A - Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)

B - Gallowgate Bus Station

C - Gateshead

D - Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal

Stops in Glasgow

A - Buchanan Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newcastle upon Tyne - Glasgow

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

Best price found

08/03

$24

08/04

$30

Today

$21

08/06

$21

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08/08

$21

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The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $63 for a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-08-06.

Usually Flixbus (GB) 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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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Newcastle upon Tyne and Glasgow?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newcastle upon Tyne - Glasgow

How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Glasgow?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Glasgow?

What are the best sights and things to do in Glasgow?

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