How far is Derby from Newcastle upon Tyne?

Derby and Newcastle upon Tyne are 142 miles (229 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne leave from Derby Riverlights Bus Station and arrive at Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station). These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	7h 30m	4:10am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Derby	7h 20m	6:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	Fastest
Bus	8:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	7h 30m	4:10am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	8:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	7h 30m	4:10am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35am	Derby	7h 50m	11:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	4h 45m	7:30pm	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Derby	7h 10m	1:10pm	Newcastle upon Tyne	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35am	Derby	7h 50m	11:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	5h	7:45pm	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Derby	7h 10m	1:10pm	Newcastle upon Tyne	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	7h 30m	4:10am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	5h	7:45pm	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	3:35am	Derby	7h 50m	11:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	Derby	6h	5:55pm	Newcastle upon Tyne	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	5h	7:45pm	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	3:35am	Derby	7h 50m	11:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	8h 35m	11:55am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Newcastle upon Tyne. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

142 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $86	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $396	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $30	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Derby

A
Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Central Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
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B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK

Stops in Newcastle upon Tyne

A
Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
Westmorland Ln, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EE, UK
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B
Gallowgate Bus Station
5 Nelson Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5AN, United Kingdom
C
Gateshead
Gateshead Interchange (stand C), Gateshead NE8 1AU, UK
D
Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal
126 Commissioners' Wharf, North Shields NE29 6DS, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,403 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29724 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $20

National Express Derby Newcastle upon Tyne recent customer reviews

I arrived at 2.47 for 2.55 bus and there was no passengers waiting, the office on saturday was closed and nat express driver going to gatwick didn't know anything. 68 yrs old and didnt have a clue what to do next and waiting 20 mins or so and no bus arrived. felt stranded in a strange town.

John J.

April 21, 2019

very pleasant journey plus very help and friendly driver

Jean J.

December 2, 2018

Megabus UK

3.5/54,275 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne by bus

How far is Derby from Newcastle upon Tyne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/20

$24

11/21

$28

Today

$23

11/23

$36

11/24

$21

11/25

$19

11/26

$20

11/27

$14

The cheapest trip from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $67 for a bus ticket from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Derby to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 45m	Avg Price$191	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 20m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures1