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18/02/2026
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Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus

The journey from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus is 91.84 mi and takes 3 hrs 19 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:00 and the last at 23:40. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus for as little as £8.37 or as much as £57.50. The best price for this journey is £8.37.

Lowest Price £8.37
Journey Duration 3 hrs 19 mins
Connection per Day 24
Lowest Price £8.37
Highest Price £57.50
First Departure 03:00
Last Departure 23:40
Distance 91.84 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Carriers Northern Rail, National Express

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When travelling to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Northern Rail, National Express and London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
10.35kg
Bus
11.08kg
Flight
29.56kg
Car
23.65kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
A bus ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is £18.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £8.37.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is £8.37. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus?
Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is 91.84 mi.
How long does the bus between Edinburgh and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne take?
Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is on average 3 hrs 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
The bus journey from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, National Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus, Megabus and TransPennine Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne leave?
The earliest bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 03:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne depart?
The latest bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne departs at 23:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £8.37 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are on average 16 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Edinburgh and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne is 2 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Edinburgh and Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne by bus?
The bus journey from Edinburgh to Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne creates 11.08kg of CO2 emissions.

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