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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.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$29
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$48
Fastest journey on Oct 29
7 h
Average journey duration on Oct 29
7 h 45 m
Buses on Oct 29
12
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Newcastle will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Newcastle without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Luton to Newcastle run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 50m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Luton to Newcastle.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Newcastle buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 10h30 | 3:40 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX426 | 5:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h25 | 12:35 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX172 | 5:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 10h35 | 4:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Luton | 9h10 | 3:40 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Luton | 8h30 | 5:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX598 | 10:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h00 | 5:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX467 · NX172 | 11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 11h20 | 11:15 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
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NXA31 · NX426 | 5:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 9h10 | 2:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Luton | 8h45 | 2:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Luton | 8h40 | 4:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX591 | 8:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h20 | 3:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX133 | 10:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 10h55 | 9:20 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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John Dobson Street -> Newcastle Central Station, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Most Luton to Newcastle buses use the Luton, Station Interchange to Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street. Use this guide to compare Luton and Newcastle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.