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Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne Bus Schedule
Bus from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne. Traveling by bus from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne usually takes around 12 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 251 mi (404 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $30.80 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4 | 14h 34m | $45.67 |
| National Express | 5 | 12h 14m | $65.33 |
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 4 trips from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 34 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne from $38. There are 5 trips per day offered by National Express from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Newcastle upon Tyne. In Swansea, National Express departs to Newcastle upon Tyne from Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A . In Newcastle upon Tyne, National Express arrives at Coach Station .
An average trip on National Express from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 12 hours and 14 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Newcastle upon Tyne in 10 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Newcastle upon Tyne.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 251 miles from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 40 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Swansea 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Swansea to Newcastle upon Tyne; ticket prices start at $207.63.
City Information
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlors.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent bus services to the city.
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 Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
Local and long-distance buses to Swansea stop at the Quadrant Bus Station adjacent to the Quadrant Shopping Center. Inside the mall, a wide variety of stores and restaurants can accommodate any travel-day desire, from bubble tea to an entirely new outfit. There is some seating inside the building, facing the glass wall where exits lead to boarding areas. National Express and Megabus buses operate routes to destinations like London and Bristol from Swansea. Many of the top sights in Swansea are within a 10-minute walk of the bus station, including Swansea Castle, Swansea Museum, and the National Waterfront Museum.
All bus stations in Swansea:
Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
Where does the bus arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Main arrival station: Coach Station
Located near the center 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 bus stations, so be careful not to confuse the main station with Eldon Square or Haymarket bus stations. The station has open restrooms, and refreshments are available across the road. It is predominantly served by National Express buses, with destinations including York, Manchester, and London.
All bus stations in Newcastle upon Tyne:
Coach Station
John Dobson St Bus Stop
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