The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Newcastle will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 10 buses that leave Sheffield for Newcastle 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 177 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
NX131 · NX172
NX131 · NX133
NX195 · NX172
NX131 · NX133
NX131 · NX426
NX180
NX131 · NX133
NX240 · NX133
NX131 · NX183
NX131 · NX133Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 177 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Sheffield to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Newcastle coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX180 | Delayed 03:25 02:00Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 05:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX180 | 02:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h25 | 05:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX195 · NX172 | On time 04:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 7h15 | 11:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX426 | 08:15 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 6h00 | 14:15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX591 | 11:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h55 | 15:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX183 | 13:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h40 | 17:40 Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Newcastle
Buses from Sheffield to Newcastle run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 177 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 177 km |
Average bus duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, First South Yorkshire, Stagecoach Yorkshire from Sheffield to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Newcastle with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, First South Yorkshire, Stagecoach Yorkshire for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Newcastle
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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