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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. Traveling by coach from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne usually takes around 7 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance98 mi (158 km)
Shortest duration4h 30m
Cheapest price£14.70
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines1

How much is a coach ticket from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

£19.64 is the average price of a bus ticket from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne, mark your calendar for January. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £23. However, taking the bus from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £30. The best way to find deals on a trip in July is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What coach companies travel from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express47h 11m£23.67
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne; ticket prices start at £80.45.

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, coach, 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 coach leave from in Blackpool?

Main departure station: Central Coach Station

Most coaches depart from the main station in Blackpool.

All coach stations in Blackpool:

  • Central Coach Station

Where does the coach arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Main arrival station: Coach Station

Located near the centre of Newcastle Upon Tyne, close to the rail station, the city's Coach Station on Westmoreland Lane and Churchill Street is relatively basic. It consists of a small indoor concourse and a curved canopy entranceway. Newcastle does have three coach stations, so be careful not to confuse the main station with Eldon Square or Haymarket coach stations. The station has open restrooms, and refreshments are available across the road. It is predominantly served by National Express coaches, with destinations including York, Manchester, and London.

Coach stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:

  • Coach Station

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