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Coach travel from Leeds to Newcastle

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Coach from Leeds to Newcastle

National Express coaches travel from Leeds to Newcastle up to 15 times a day, starting from £7.90 one-way*, with comfortable seating and excellent onboard amenities.

Our affordable and convenient service connects these vibrant northern cities, making it the smart choice for your journey across Yorkshire to Tyneside.

Coach from Leeds to Newcastle

National Express coaches travel from Leeds to Newcastle up to 15 times a day, starting from £7.90 one-way*, with comfortable seating and excellent onboard amenities.

Our affordable and convenient service connects these vibrant northern cities, making it the smart choice for your journey across Yorkshire to Tyneside.

Leeds to Newcastle journey information
Fastest journey time 2 hrs 15 mins
Cheapest price from £7.90
Distance (approx) 156km
No. of stops 0 (fastest service, other services may vary)
First & last journey daily 1:40am/22:15pm

  

Our Leeds to Newcastle services and stops

Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.

Our 133 service travels up to 3 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Middlesbrough Bus Station
  • Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane)
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

Our 172 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Middlesbrough Bus Station
  • Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane)
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

Our 183 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

Our 426 service travels up to 6 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Middlesbrough Bus Station
  • Billingham
  • Hartlepool, Church Square Interchange
  • Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane)
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

Our 591 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Leeds Coach & Bus Station
  • Darlington, Feethams
  • Newcastle upon Tyne Coach Station

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Departing from Leeds Coach Station

Leeds Coach Station sits in the heart of the city centre with excellent local bus connections and taxi access. The station offers everything you need before your journey including dining facilities, newsagents, cash machines, ticket machines, comfortable seating areas and convenient parking options.

For more information, view our Leeds Coach Station facilities page.

Arriving at Newcastle Coach Station

Coaches from Leeds arrive at Newcastle Coach Station from as early as 4.10am, dropping you in a prime location with excellent public transport links across the city.

The station provides essential amenities including dining facilities, mobile device charging points, and ticket machines, with tourist information nearby to help you make the most of your Newcastle visit.

For more information, view our Newcastle-upon-Tyne facilities page.

  

Perfect for:


 Budget-conscious travellers seeking affordable northern city connections
 Day-trippers wanting convenient access to Newcastle's cultural attractions
 Students travelling between university cities with generous luggage allowance

 

Book your Leeds to Newcastle coach journey today and enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free trip with National Express - your reliable transport partner across the North.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from Leeds Coach & Bus Station at 1.40am, arriving at Newcastle Coach Station at 4.10am.

The last coach leaves from Leeds Coach & Bus Station at 22.15pm, arriving at Newcastle Coach Station at 00.50am.

A one-way journey from Leeds to Newcastle is available from £7.90*.

Coach journeys from Leeds to Newcastle take, on average, 2 hrs 40 mins. However, our shortest journey takes just 2 hrs 15 mins.

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
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