How much is the bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds start from $11. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which bus companies service the Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

The earliest bus departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

A bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds from $7 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Newcastle upon Tyne	2h	11:20am	Leeds City Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:20am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	2h 40m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Newcastle upon Tyne	2h 35m	10:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)	2h 40m	8:00am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Newcastle upon Tyne	2h 10m	10:40am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

82 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $43	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $161	Average Duration1h 28m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $21	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

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

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK
D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK
E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK
F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers are highly satisfied with the service, as everything ran on time and smoothly. The slight delays mentioned in some reviews were not significant enough to affect the overall positive experience.

National Express Newcastle upon Tyne Leeds recent customer reviews

Bus was fine ,the bus was fine ,some of the passengers, were using foul language and there were a lot of women and children on the bus,

Val M.

September 2, 2021

Can't fault the service, everything ran on time and very smooth transition

Rebekah R.

August 1, 2022

Excellent service despite the non noticeable late minutes

Jo-ann T.

July 25, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/512,190 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Flixbus Newcastle upon Tyne Leeds recent customer reviews

Nice,but Flixbus always cancel or delay in their service,this is my 3rd time experiencing same thing, please try and be on time

Patience M.

September 15, 2025

Comfort and pleasant travel

Nandhu N.

December 5, 2024

Bus didn't arrive

Emma R.

November 2, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Customers were satisfied with their trip on Megabus, mentioning the helpful and friendly driver. However, there were some issues with seat availability on a replacement bus for passengers boarding at Middlesbrough. Overall, they would travel again with Megabus due to the positive experience.

Megabus Newcastle upon Tyne Leeds recent customer reviews

An hour late and an underheated bus on 2 December 2023, which had -5 temperatures.

Tamsin J.

December 2, 2023

The bus it is never in time this morning i was Waiting 50 min in the rain so I just gave up I don’t know if it come after I left but I wasted my money

Oana H.

October 19, 2023

The driver was extremely helpful. Because I have ambulatory difficulties he let me sit downstairs. I could have used the steps but I do find them difficult. He also was very friendly and welcoming and drove very smoothly.

Judith S.

September 23, 2023

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds start from $11. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
The earliest bus departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
A bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

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The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $7

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 Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $7 to $43 for a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2026-02-09.

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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Leeds?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 35m	Avg Price$14	Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 28m	Avg Price$43	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time1h 50m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures1