4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Newcastle will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Newcastle every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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, coach and flight for Luton to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 353 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Newcastle coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX240 · NX426 | 17:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h40 | 01:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 9h50 | 03:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 8h25 | 06:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 1 change | |
| NX707 · NX598 | 22:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 6h50 | 04:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 20 February | |||||
| 04:30 Luton | 9h55 | 14:25 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:50 Luton | 10h05 | 17:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Newcastle
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Buses from Luton to Newcastle run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 353 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 353 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Luton to Newcastle with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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