The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wigan to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wigan to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Newcastle will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Wigan for Newcastle every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wigan to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 172 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan to Newcastle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Newcastle coaches for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:00 Wigan | 8h55 | 17:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Wigan | 7h20 | 16:55 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wigan to Newcastle
Buses from Wigan to Newcastle run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Bee Network from Wigan to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Wigan to Newcastle with Bee Network for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wigan to Newcastle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan 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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