The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Bradford
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Bradford will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Newcastle for Bradford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
NX172
NX180 · NX465
NX172
NX180 · NX465Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Bradford 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 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 131 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Newcastle to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Bradford coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 | 23:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 3h15 | 02:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 · NX465 | On time 23:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 6h25 | 06:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Bradford
Buses from Newcastle to Bradford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:26, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:26 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Newcastle to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Bradford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Newcastle, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street and Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (436 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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