The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for Newcastle-under-Lyme every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
4:401h20Manchester6:00Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
7:101h20Manchester8:30Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
8:201h40Manchester10:00Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
12:101h20Manchester13:30Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
13:201h35Manchester14:55Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
21:401h15Manchester22:55Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
23:101h15Manchester0:25Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
4:401h20Manchester6:00Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
7:101h20Manchester8:30Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
12:101h20Manchester13:30Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 Manchester | 1h20 | 6:00 Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 Manchester | 1h20 | 8:30 Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 Manchester | 1h40 | 10:00 Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Manchester | 1h20 | 13:30 Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:20 Manchester | 1h35 | 14:55 Stoke-on-trent (hanley Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme by coach or train
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Why should you book Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme 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 Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
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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 Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme
Buses from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to Newcastle-under-LymeYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Newcastle-under-Lyme 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-under-Lyme, 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 Manchester and Newcastle-under-Lyme
- 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
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