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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Newcastle

Showing times and prices for May 18

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$37

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

171 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Newcastle will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast buses

Of the 14 buses that leave Manchester for Newcastle on Sun, May 18, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 18 the direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

On Sun, May 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
07:50AM3h35
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
11:25AMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
$201One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX177
05:00PM3h20
Manchester, Coach Station
08:20PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
$221One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX172
07:55AM4h00
Manchester, Coach Station
11:55AMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
11:50AM3h50
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
03:40PMNewcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
$301One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX172
08:15PM3h30
Manchester, Coach Station
11:45PMNewcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
$321One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Newcastle

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Newcastle 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 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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€23

Average price

Cheapest

€58

Average price

4h 36m

Average duration

4h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 23m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 53m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Manchester to Newcastle bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, May 17
Last updated at 5:17 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3h35
10:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX172
Delayed
5:05 PM 6:55 AMManchester, Coach Station
4h00
10:55 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX171 · NX426
Delayed
7:35 AM 7:25 AMManchester, Coach Station
5h50
1:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX170 · NX183
Delayed
7:50 PM 8:55 AMManchester, Coach Station
4h35
1:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX172
Delayed
5:05 PM 10:45 AMManchester, Coach Station
3h50
2:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3h50
2:40 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX170 · NX426
Delayed
7:50 PM 11:40 AMManchester, Coach Station
4h30
4:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3h35
4:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX172
Delayed
5:05 PM 2:00 PMManchester, Coach Station
3h50
5:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX170 · NX426
Delayed
7:50 PM 2:25 PMManchester, Coach Station
4h50
7:15 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
3h50
6:40 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1774:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station
3h20
7:20 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX170 · NX133
Delayed
7:50 PM 5:10 PMManchester, Coach Station
4h50
10:00 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX172
On time
7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station
3h30
10:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Newcastle

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Buses from Manchester to Newcastle run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
105 miles (170 km)
Average bus duration
4h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
12
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
07:40
Last bus
23:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne

For as little as $2 (€2) you can travel by bus to Newcastle upon Tyne from Manchester with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester - Newcastle upon Tyne bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Manchester to Newcastle upon Tyne with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $16
  • National Express frequency: 3 a day

Buses from Manchester to Newcastle

For those wishing to travel from Manchester to Newcastle Upon Tyne, coach travel is a great option. With between 9 and 11 departures per day, at least 4 of which are direct, passengers can reach the North East city in as little as 3 hours 35 minutes. Indirect services are available requiring a change at Leeds.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Newcastle Upon Tyne?

Buses between Manchester and Newcastle Upon Tyne are offered solely by National Express, the UK's leading provider of coach travel. Across their fleet, National Express offers comfortable seating, with good legroom, wifi and charging sockets.

How long is the bus from Manchester to Newcastle Upon Tyne?

The shortest service between Manchester and Newcastle takes just 3 hours 35 minutes to complete the 130-mile trip. Direct journey times vary, taking into consideration traffic during peak travel. The longest direct route takes closer to 5 hours. The fastest indirect service takes just 3 hours 45, making it another good option for travelers. Passengers should be sure to check their journey time to make sure they are on the best route.

How many buses are there from Manchester to Newcastle Upon Tyne?

On any day of the week, passengers can expect to choose from between 9-11 departures. Departure times are spread throughout the day, the first leaving Manchester at approximately 7:30 a.m. There is one option for overnight travel, leaving Manchester not long before midnight, arriving in Newcastle at around 5:30 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Manchester to Newcastle Upon Tyne?

Departure station: Coaches depart from Manchester Coach Station, located directly in the city center. The station itself is served by several bus routes including X41 and X43, while other areas of the city can be accessed via bus stations on Piccadilly Gardens, a 3-minute walk away. Manchester's main rail station Manchester Piccadilly is a 5-minute walk away, making the station accessible from many different areas of the country.

Arrival station: Coaches arrive at Newcastle Coach Station, found in the center of town on St. James' Boulevard. It's a short 5-minute walk from the city's railway station and Central Station, where passengers can join the Tyne and Wear Metro for easy onward travel. Parking is available for 30 minutes, and the station has a taxi rank directly outside.

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Popular bus stations from Manchester to Newcastle

Manchester
Newcastle
The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Airport for your trip from Manchester to Newcastle.
Manchester, AirportWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street
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The major bus station for arrivals in Newcastle is Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street for your trip to Newcastle from Manchester.

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