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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Newcastle will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 8 buses from Leeds to Newcastle, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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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Buses from Leeds to Newcastle run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leeds to Newcastle.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Newcastle buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX172 | 1:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 4:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 2:55 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 5:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX172 | 8:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | 11:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h40 | 2:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 12:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 2:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 | 1:35 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 3:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX133 | 6:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h35 | 9:20 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 | 10:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 12:35 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major contemporary art gallery in a converted flour mill, with ambitious exhibitions and one of the best Tyne views.
Large free museum covering natural history, archaeology and world cultures, famous for Hadrian’s Wall and dinosaur displays.
Leading art gallery with fine and decorative art, from historic paintings to contemporary works in a grand civic building.
Elegant Georgian street often ranked among Britain’s finest. Admire grand architecture, theatres and city-centre atmosphere.
Historic riverside quarter with bridges, pubs, markets and views. One of Newcastle’s best areas for walking and photography.
Large city-centre green space with formal paths, trees and civic buildings. A useful pause from shopping and sightseeing.
A stottie is a dense, round Geordie bread, often filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a classic Tyneside lunch and a proud local bakery staple.
Pease pudding is a savoury spread made from split peas, slowly cooked until smooth. It is a traditional North East favourite, often served in sandwiches or with ham.
Pan haggerty is a comforting baked dish of potatoes, onions, and cheese. It is a long-standing North East home-style dish valued for its simple local ingredients.
Beloved independent spot serving inventive British comfort food and notable breakfasts in a relaxed, stylish setting near the city centre.
Refined modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. One of Newcastle’s most acclaimed special-occasion restaurants.
Lively Quayside gastropub known for seasonal British cooking, good ale, and a warm historic atmosphere. Popular for quality local produce.
Moderate by UK standards; hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London and many major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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John Dobson Street -> Newcastle Central Station, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Newcastle buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Newcastle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.
Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.
Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).
Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Ticket office support is available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop.
Available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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