The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to North Shields
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to North Shields is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to North Shields will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for North Shields 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 400 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
5:506h20London12:10North Shields£101One-way0 changes
5:506h20London12:10North Shields£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to North Shields
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to North Shields among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 400 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price | £61 Average Price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to North Shields bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to North Shields coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 London | 7h20 | 13:50 North Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London to North Shields coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to North Shields.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to North Shields.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to North Shields.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to North Shields
Buses from London to North Shields run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 400 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to North ShieldsYou can travel by bus between London to North Shields with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to North Shields coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to North Shields 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 North Shields, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and North Shields
Most London to North Shields buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London and North Shields bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to North Shields leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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