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Tilbury Fort
Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Gravesend will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 2 buses from Newcastle to Gravesend, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 414 km distance in an average of 13 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 45 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.

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Buses from Newcastle to Gravesend run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 414 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 414 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Gravesend coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:45 Newcastle | 12h20 | 18:05 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Newcastle | 13h45 | 21:45 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
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Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
Local museum and library resource with exhibitions on Gravesend’s social, river and industrial history in a central heritage building.
Small volunteer-run museum exploring Milton’s past through local artefacts, photographs and community history displays.
Historic town-centre quarter with Georgian and Victorian buildings, independent shops, and easy access to key heritage sights.
Well-kept riverside gardens beside the Thames, popular for walking, views of passing ships and the Pocahontas memorial.
Large public park with open lawns, play areas, sports facilities and a café-free focus on relaxed local outdoor time.
Kentish huffkins are soft, round bread rolls from Kent, traditionally eaten fresh with local cheese, ham or jam and linked to the county’s baking heritage.
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent pudding with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar in shortcrust pastry, long associated with school dinners in north Kent.
Cobnuts are Kent’s traditional cultivated hazelnuts, prized in autumn for their sweet flavour and long history in local orchards and market gardening.
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with charcoal-cooked kebabs, generous portions and a lively but relaxed setting in Gravesend.
Established Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes in a comfortable, informal town-centre setting.
Contemporary Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in smart surroundings.
Gravesend is moderate for south-east England: dining and hotels cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation are higher than in smaller UK towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to Gravesend buses use the Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street to station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Gravesend bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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