The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Newcastle will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Durham 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 22 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 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 Durham to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 22 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Durham to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Newcastle coaches for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Durham | 0h35 | 15:05 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Newcastle
Buses from Durham to Newcastle run on average 2 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 35m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Durham to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Durham to Newcastle with Megabus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Durham to Newcastle
Durham and Newcastle are connected by National Express coach services, which depart twice a day both on weekdays and on weekends. This is a short journey that takes 30 minutes and no bus changes are involved. Buses leave Durham in the afternoon, at 2:10 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Durham to Newcastle?
Departure Station: Durham to Newcastle buses depart from Durham Coach Station, located 800 metres away from Durham's High Street on the western side of the River Wear. Durham Castle is barely a 10-minute walk away, and so is the city's train station. City bus 40 stops outside the station (on North Road) and is the most convenient way of getting to the city centre. Alternatively, buses 20, 56, and 57 can be used to reach the centre.
Arrival Station: Buses arrive at Newcastle Coach Station. The station is within easy reach of the city centre and 500 metres away from the main railway station. The shopping area of Northumberland Street is 1.6 kilometres away and can be reached by underground from Central Station or by taking bus number 1 from across the coach station on Westmorland Road.
FAQs: Durham to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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 Durham, University - Palatine Centre, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) 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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