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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackpool to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackpool to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Newcastle will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Blackpool for Newcastle every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. 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 coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Blackpool to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Newcastle coaches for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX121 · NX172 | 20:15 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 7h55 | 04:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 January | |||||
| 08:45 Blackpool | 6h10 | 14:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Newcastle
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Buses from Blackpool to Newcastle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Newcastle with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Blackpool to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Newcastle by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackpool, Central Coach Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (721 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
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