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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Newcastle will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cardiff for Newcastle every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 48m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 402 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Cardiff to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Newcastle coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:15 Cardiff | 12h40 | 15:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Cardiff | 9h45 | 19:45 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:15 Cardiff | 9h10 | 21:25 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Newcastle
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Buses from Cardiff to Newcastle run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cardiff to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Newcastle with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cardiff to Newcastle: Journey Details
National Express Coaches operate six buses a day from Cardiff to Newcastle, with journey times of between 10 and 12 hours. The same timetable operates seven days a week, with departures from just before 3:00 a.m., until around 7:00 p.m. There is also one Megabus departure per day at around 3:30 p.m. and a direct route that takes around 9 hours.
Taking the Bus from Cardiff
National Express buses from Cardiff to Newcastle depart from Cardiff Central Bus Station in Sophia Gardens, while the Megabus coach leaves from Cardiff Kingsway. Both are centrally located for the city. Stagecoach, Veolia Transport Cymru, First Cymru and Cardiff Bus all have routes serving the city, Cardiff University and the airport. Taxis are also available at the Central Bus Station and across the city.
Getting into Newcastle by Bus
Newcastle-upon-Tyne is a large port city in the North East of England, known for its strong Geordie dialect and said to have some of the best nightlife in Britain. The city is full of elegant Victorian and Edwardian architecture, as well as having interesting galleries and museums, such as the University Gallery and The Hatton Gallery. The Angel of the North and Hadrian's Wall are both within easy reach. Buses from Cardiff to Newcastle arrive at either the Eldon Square Bus Station, or on John Dobson Street, both located close to the city centre, shops and attractions. Newcastle's efficient and extensive transport network consists of the Tyne and Wear Metro system, as well as local buses operated by Go North East, Stagecoach and Arriva. Taxis are available at the coach station and Newcastle has weekend night bus routes.
FAQs: Cardiff to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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