The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Newcastle station (NCL) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
20:153h30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)23:45Newcastle station (NCL)£111One-way0 changes
14:304h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:30Newcastle station (NCL)£111One-way0 changes
14:454h25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:10Newcastle station (NCL)£161One-way0 changes
15:304h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:30Newcastle station (NCL)£181One-way0 changes
20:153h30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)23:45Newcastle station (NCL)£111One-way0 changes
15:304h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:30Newcastle station (NCL)£181One-way0 changes
14:304h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:30Newcastle station (NCL)£111One-way0 changes
14:454h25Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)19:10Newcastle station (NCL)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) 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 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 171 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £322 Average Price |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) coaches for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX133 | On time 17:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 22:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX426 | On time 20:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 0:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX172 | On time 21:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h15 | 4:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
![]() | 14:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 18:30 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL)
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 23:59. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 23:59 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL)You can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) 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: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Newcastle station (NCL) 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 station (NCL), 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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