How much does a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester cost?

The bus ticket price from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?

The average travel time between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester?

The number of buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?

When taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?

Buses travelling between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester leave from Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station) or Gallowgate Bus Station and arrive at Shudehill, Manchester Airport, Coach Station.

Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester from US$10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:05	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 55m	20:00	Shudehill	Cheapest
17:30	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 50m	21:20	Shudehill	Fastest
23:50	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	8h 35m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags
16:15	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 5m	03:20	Shudehill	No tags
23:50	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	8h 35m	08:25	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:35	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 55m	09:30	Coach Station	Cheapest
17:30	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 50m	21:20	Shudehill	Fastest
05:35	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 55m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
09:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	6h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	03:30	Coach Station	Cheapest
10:45	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 40m	14:25	Coach Station	Fastest
06:00	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	5h 10m	11:10	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
11:10	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 5m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h	18:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
10:45	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 40m	14:25	Coach Station	Fastest
05:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 50m	14:10	Shudehill	Cheapest
09:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 50m	13:05	Coach Station	Fastest
05:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:05	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 55m	20:00	Shudehill	Cheapest
09:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 50m	13:05	Coach Station	Fastest
05:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	3h 50m	14:10	Shudehill	Cheapest
09:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 50m	13:05	Coach Station	Fastest
05:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	03:30	Coach Station	Cheapest
08:30	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	3h 50m	12:20	Coach Station	Fastest
05:15	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	4h 15m	09:30	Coach Station	No tags
04:05	Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street	11h 45m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
10:20	Newcastle upon Tyne	5h 55m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

172 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$14 - US$85	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$34 - US$191	Average duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$21 - US$21	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$24

Average bus trip duration4h 35m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure04:05

Distance170 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting timely departures, smooth journeys, and clean facilities. The drivers are noted for their pleasant demeanor. While overall experiences are positive, some users mentioned an inability to reserve seats despite others being able to do so and suggested improvements at Newcastle's wait station for a better customer experience.

National Express Newcastle upon Tyne Manchester recent customer reviews

The bus from Newcastle to Leeds the Journey was delayed 45minutes(I don’t know if the driver get lost but instead of arriving at Leeds at 14:02 we ended arriving at 14:50. Then the toilet on the bus from Leeds to Manchester Airport was 😷😷😷🤢🤢🤢😓😓😓the toilet was full and they were not water in the cistern

Anabel P.

20 September 2025

The toilet couldn't be flushed because the taps were not working, no water to wash our hands. The whole bus stunk so bad

Faustina D.

28 June 2024

Terrible, didn't even have the journey. We were updated prior to the trip that time departure time had been moved from 6.30am to 6.50am. Upon getting to the coach station there was no one around and when we tracked the coach it had departed at 6.30 as originally planned. Why inform us the time had changed if it hadn't?? We therefore missed the coach and had to arrange other transport to Manchester, very nearly missing our flight in the process. I don't like to complain but this really was a awful service. Have a return leg booked on Saturday so genuinely keeping everything crossed that the bus will actually be there this time.

Euan M.

7 June 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 130 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 261 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, the bus service provided by Megabus has received mixed feedback. Some customers have praised the punctuality of the buses, considering it as a positive aspect. However, there are also negative comments regarding long travel times and overall dissatisfaction with the service quality.

Megabus Newcastle upon Tyne Manchester recent customer reviews

Nothing to write about megabus totally unacceptable 7 an half hours from Newcastle to Manchester. Too bad 👎

Kelly A.

30 July 2022

It was safe and peaceful

Vatanavi T.

26 July 2023

Today was the best day bcose the bus was ontime

Alice M.

7 March 2022

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Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester?

Stops in Newcastle upon Tyne

A - Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)

B - Gallowgate Bus Station

C - Gateshead

D - Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Newcastle upon Tyne - Manchester

How much does a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester cost?
The bus ticket price from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?
The average travel time between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester?
The number of buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?
When taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester?
Buses travelling between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester leave from Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station) or Gallowgate Bus Station and arrive at Shudehill, Manchester Airport, Coach Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$18

30/10

US$45

Today

US$28

01/11

US$31

02/11

US$24

03/11

US$16

04/11

US$10

05/11

US$10

The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually FlixBus, National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Newcastle upon Tyne and Manchester!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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