4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Newcastle will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 9 buses that leave Leicester for Newcastle every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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 Leicester to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 262 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Leicester to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Newcastle coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 00:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h30 | 04:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:20 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h05 | 06:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX195 · NX172 | On time 02:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 9h15 | 11:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h25 | 13:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | 09:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h30 | 14:30 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h45 | 14:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 · NX133 | Delayed 12:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 23:00 23:00Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX240 · NX172 | On time 19:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h40 | 04:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Bus from Leicester to Newcastle
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Buses from Leicester to Newcastle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Arriva Midlands, First Leicester from Leicester to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Newcastle with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Arriva Midlands, First Leicester for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
When departing from Leicester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). When arriving in Newcastle, you can end your route in coach stations like Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street and Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 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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