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Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness Bus Schedule
Bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness. Traveling by bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness usually takes around 7 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Megabus bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 200 mi (321 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 8m |
| Cheapest price | $47.69 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness. Megabus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 2 | 7h 19m | $47.69 |
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 about traveling by bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 200 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness; ticket prices start at $137.42.
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 Newcastle upon Tyne?
Main departure station: John Dobson St Bus Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in Newcastle upon Tyne.
All bus stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:
John Dobson St Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Inverness?
Main arrival station: Farraline Park Bus Station
All buses from Newcastle upon Tyne arrive at one main station in Inverness.
All bus stations in Inverness:
Farraline Park Bus Station
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