Newcastle to Edinburgh bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Newcastle to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newcastle to Edinburgh will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave Newcastle for Edinburgh on Wed, Jul 16, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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
06:55PM2h40
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
09:35PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:00AM2h35
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
07:35AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:55PM2h40
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
05:35PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
03:45AM2h40
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
06:25AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
$191One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
05:00AM6h41
Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
11:41AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
$211One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 91 miles (147 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€14

Average price

Cheapest

€23

Average price

3h 26m

Average total duration

2h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Newcastle to Edinburgh bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, July 15
Last updated at 3:49 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX1834:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h45
7:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
2h40
8:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, July 16
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
2h40
5:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
6h54
9:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
2h35
6:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:00 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
6h41
10:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South1 transfer
national_expressNX5984:10 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h30
6:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1804:30 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h35
7:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX183
On time
1:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h45
4:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
2h40
4:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:55 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
6h40
8:35 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South1 transfer
national_expressNX5913:10 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h45
5:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX183
On time
4:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
2h45
7:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Edinburgh

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Buses from Newcastle to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€8) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $10 (€8)
Distance
91 miles (147 km)
Average bus duration
2h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€8)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
00:06
Last bus
23:40
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $10 (€8)

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Edinburgh

Buy your official National Express, Megabus and FlixBus bus tickets between Newcastle upon Tyne and Edinburgh from $7 (€5) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

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 Newcastle upon Tyne - Edinburgh 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.

National Express from Newcastle upon Tyne to Edinburgh bus information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $19
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Newcastle to Edinburgh

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Popular bus stations from Newcastle to Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
The major bus station for departures in Newcastle is Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station for your trip from Newcastle to Edinburgh.
The major bus station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh, Bus Station for your trip to Edinburgh from Newcastle.
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Amenities at bus station
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DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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