The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
4 h 3 m
Buses on 02 Sept
4
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 4 buses from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
16:353h55Newcastle station (NCL)20:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£111One-way0 changes
14:004h00Newcastle station (NCL)18:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
23:154h15Newcastle station (NCL)3:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
13:004h00Newcastle station (NCL)17:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
16:353h55Newcastle station (NCL)20:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£111One-way0 changes
14:004h00Newcastle station (NCL)18:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
13:004h00Newcastle station (NCL)17:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
23:154h15Newcastle station (NCL)3:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £227.
Distance: 171 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £227 Average Price |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 | 5:00 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h20 | 9:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX172 | 8:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h25 | 12:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX133 · NX170 | 8:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h30 | 13:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX172 | 13:00 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h10 | 17:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX183 · NX170 | 14:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h25 | 19:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX426 · NX170 | 14:45 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 6h10 | 20:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX172 | 17:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 3h55 | 21:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX172 | 23:35 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 4h15 | 3:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 · NX170 | 23:50 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 7h35 | 7:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buses from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:25, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 7:25 |
Last bus 22:50 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), 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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