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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne. Traveling by bus from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne usually takes around 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $11.62 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne. Megabus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 5 | 0h 36m | $18.05 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 35 minutes to cover the 23 kilometers from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Durham to Newcastle upon Tyne; ticket prices start at $9.10.
City Information
Newcastle upon Tyne
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Newcastle Upon Tyne, usually just referred to as Newcastle, is the largest city in the North East of England. Once an industrious shipbuilding capital, Newcastle is now mostly known for its exciting nightlife and bar scene; many people flock to the city annually to experience a "Geordie" night out.
During the day, however, Newcastle offers a diverse range of activities and experiences. Take a walk along the Quayside for a breath of sea air, as well as a spectacular view of the seven iconic bridges that connect the north and south banks of the River Tyne, namely the famous Tyne Bridge. Newcastle is also home to several museums to suit every interest, whether it be the Centre of Life for an exciting way to engage in science or the Discovery Museum for an insight into local history.
If you're a football fan, then a trip to Newcastle would be incomplete without a visit to St James' Park for daily guided tours to explore the long history of Newcastle United. You could even follow our itinerary to visit every Premier League Stadium in England.
Getting to Newcastle is easy, whether you wish to travel by car, train, bus, air, or sea. An international airport, an international ferry terminal, and the confluence of several major roads make it extremely easy to get to Newcastle. Central Station lies on the London North Eastern Railway, with frequent trains linking the city to both the south of England and Scotland. National Express and Megabus services also have many routes that stop in the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Durham?
Main departure station: Stockton Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Durham.
All bus stations in Durham:
Stockton Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Main arrival station: John Dobson St Bus Stop
All buses from Durham arrive at one main station in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Bus stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:
John Dobson St Bus Stop
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