The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Newcastle will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 7 buses that leave Derby for Newcastle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
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Compare train and coach for Derby to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Derby to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Derby to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Newcastle coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX466 · NX172 | On time 03:20 Derby, Bus Station | 8h35 | 11:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:35 Derby, Bus Station | 7h50 | 11:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Derby, Bus Station | 7h10 | 13:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Derby, Bus Station | 6h00 | 17:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
NX133 | 14:45 Derby, Bus Station | 5h00 | 19:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX134 · NX172 | On time 20:40 Derby, Bus Station | 7h30 | 04:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:05 Derby, Bus Station | 7h20 | 06:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Newcastle
Buses from Derby to Newcastle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Derby to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Derby to Newcastle with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (640 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, located 0.2 miles (436 m) away from the city centre.
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