The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Morpeth
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Morpeth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Morpeth will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 11 buses that leave Edinburgh for Morpeth on Sun, Jul 12, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
NX1809:10 PM2h35Edinburgh, Bus Station11:45 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM2h35Edinburgh, Bus Station11:20 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street$161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:05 AM2h45Edinburgh, Bus Station11:50 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street$161One-way0 transfers
NX1838:45 AM2h45Edinburgh, Bus Station11:30 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station$171One-way0 transfers
NX18311:45 AM2h45Edinburgh, Bus Station2:30 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 PM2h25Edinburgh, Bus Station1:55 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street$171One-way0 transfers
NX59810:05 PM2h30Edinburgh, Bus Station12:35 AMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM2h35Edinburgh, Bus Station11:20 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street$161One-way0 transfers
NX1809:10 PM2h35Edinburgh, Bus Station11:45 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:05 AM2h45Edinburgh, Bus Station1:50 PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Morpeth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Morpeth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Morpeth:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Morpeth costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Morpeth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 39m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Edinburgh to Morpeth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:37PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:33PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 3h22 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Morpeth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Morpeth buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h25 | 1:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
NX183 | 8:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 11:30 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 11:50 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h50 | 1:25 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 1:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 11:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h45 | 2:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:37 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h43 | 11:20 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h35 | 11:20 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | On time 9:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h35 | 11:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX598 | 10:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h30 | 12:35 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:33 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h22 | 1:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Morpeth
Buses from Edinburgh to Morpeth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 2:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Morpeth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Morpeth 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 Morpeth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Morpeth
Most Edinburgh to Morpeth buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Morpeth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Morpeth leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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