The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Gateshead
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Gateshead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Gateshead will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 7 buses that leave Manchester for Gateshead every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
FlixBus13:003h55Manchester, Shudehill Interchange16:55Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:003h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange10:35Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:203h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange13:55Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:503h50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange15:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:503h50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange19:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:003h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange10:35Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:203h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange13:55Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:203h35Manchester, Shudehill Interchange17:55Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:503h50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange15:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:503h50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange19:40Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Gateshead
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Gateshead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Manchester to Gateshead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Gateshead coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h35 | 10:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h50 | 12:30 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h35 | 13:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h50 | 15:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h55 | 16:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h35 | 17:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h50 | 19:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Gateshead.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Gateshead.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Gateshead
Buses from Manchester to Gateshead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Manchester to GatesheadYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Gateshead with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Gateshead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Gateshead 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 Gateshead, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Gateshead
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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