The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Newcastle will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Chester to Newcastle you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Chester to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester 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 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 215 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Newcastle coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 12h40 | 13:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 9h45 | 21:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Newcastle
Buses from Chester to Newcastle run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 215 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 215 km |
Average bus duration 12h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Chester to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.

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