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Journey Information
There are 11 intercity coaches per day from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne. Traveling by coach from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne usually takes around 5 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 163 mi (262 km) |
Shortest duration | 4h 30m |
Cheapest price | TRY 172.88 |
Trips per day | 9 |
Most frequent service | Megabus |
Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne
- FlixBus: 2 daily coaches from TRY 163
- Megabus: 11 daily coaches from TRY 260
- National Express: 4 daily coaches from TRY 1,107
How much is a coach ticket from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne?
TRY 458.41 is the average price of a bus ticket from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. 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
What coach companies travel from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are 3 bus lines from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, Megabus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2 | 4h 46m | TRY 727.01 |
Megabus | 11 | 5h 22m | TRY 475.01 |
National Express | 4 | 7h 29m | TRY 1,223.18 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 46 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
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.
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 5 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 163 miles from Leicester 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.
"Because many passengers travel from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled coaches that travel from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne; ticket prices start at TRY 4,566.17.
City Information
Leicester
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Leicester, located in the county of Leicestershire in the East Midlands, is a city with much to explore. Leicester's cultural diversity and large student population mean the city is filled with a wide variety of experiences.
Leicester Cathedral and Belvoir Castle are a must-visit for those looking to discover the past. Leicester is also famous for being the final resting place of King Richard III, with a visitor centre built around the location to tell the story of one of the most famous monarchs in English history. For a broader look at history, try the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the Mesozoic era as well as Ancient Egypt.
If your interests lie more in futuristic endeavours, visit the National Space Centre to take a trip through time and space. Leicester is also home to many traditional English pubs and quaint cafes, making it a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.
Leicester is easily accessible by train, with Leicester Rail Station serving East Midlands and Thameslink trains. St Margaret's Bus Station is located centrally and serves National Express coaches. If you're travelling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.
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 Leicester?
Main departure station: Asda Bus Stop
Coaches to Newcastle upon Tyne leave from 3 stations in Leicester.
All coach stations in Leicester:
Asda Bus Stop
LEICESTER, St Margarets Bus Station
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Main arrival station: John Dobson St Bus Stop
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Coach stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:
John Dobson St Bus Stop
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