The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Newcastle will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bournemouth for Newcastle every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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 Bournemouth to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 473 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Newcastle coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 11h30 | 03:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
![]() | 03:20 Bournemouth | 10h55 | 14:15 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bournemouth to Newcastle coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Newcastle.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bournemouth to Newcastle.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Newcastle.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Newcastle
Buses from Bournemouth to Newcastle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 473 km distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 473 km |
Average bus duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bournemouth to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Newcastle with National Express, Megabus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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