The journey to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh takes just 2 hours 35 minutes.

Buses operate daily with up to 7 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Edinburgh at 09:20.

It's quick and easy to buy tickets to Newcastle upon Tyne, with no additional fees or charges.

megabus schedule

megabus operates between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne 7 days per week.

Service days Daily
Services per day 2
Shortest trip 2 hours 35 minutes
First departure 10:40
Last departure 22:45

Flixbus schedule

Travel from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne with Flixbus in 2 hours 40 minutes.

Service days Daily
Services per day 3
Shortest trip 2 hours 40 minutes
First departure 09:20
Last departure 23:45

Your questions answered

  • Is there a daily bus service between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne?

    Yes, buses operate daily from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne, departing as early as 09:20.

  • How long is the bus trip from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The fastest bus to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh takes 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • How do I buy tickets for travel to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh?

    It's quick and easy to buy tickets directly from ByBus, with no additional fees or charges.

  • Which bus companies operate between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne?

    Flixbus, Scottish Citylink and megabus run buses to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh.

  • What time is the earliest bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

    The first bus to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh leaves at 09:20. The journey takes about 3 hours.

  • When is the last bus to Newcastle upon Tyne from Edinburgh?

    The last bus leaves Edinburgh at 22:30, arriving into Newcastle upon Tyne at 13:10. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.

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