4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Newcastle will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Preston to Newcastle you need to make at least one change.
NX181 · NX1723:207h55Preston, Bus Station11:15Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£311One-way1 change- NX424 · NX170 · NX17222:3512h40Preston, Bus Station11:15Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£321One-way2 changes
- RL152 · NX540 · NX1725:5510h15Preston, Bus Station16:10Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£351One-way2 changes
- RL152 · NX540 · NX17210:0510h05Preston, Bus Station20:10Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£351One-way2 changes
- NX181 · NX1723:207h55Preston, Bus Station11:15Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£311One-way1 change
- RL152 · NX540 · NX17210:0510h05Preston, Bus Station20:10Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£351One-way2 changes
- RL152 · NX540 · NX1725:5510h15Preston, Bus Station16:10Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£351One-way2 changes
- NX424 · NX170 · NX17222:3512h40Preston, Bus Station11:15Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station£321One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. 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 £23, and a flight costs an average of £132.
Distance: 152 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £358 Average Price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Newcastle coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:35 Preston | 13h20 | 11:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| NX181 · NX172 | On time 3:20 Preston, Bus Station | 7h55 | 11:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RL152 · NX540 · NX172 | On time 5:55 Preston, Bus Station | 10h15 | 16:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| RL152 · NX540 · NX172 | On time 10:05 Preston, Bus Station | 10h05 | 20:10 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Newcastle
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Buses from Preston to Newcastle run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 2:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Preston to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Preston to Newcastle with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Newcastle 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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