Bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Newcastle upon Tyne
Great Charles Street QueenswayCheapestFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
    		Coach StationNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street
      		Brunel StreetNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
        		Coach StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Newcastle upon Tyne John Dobson Street
          		Brunel StreetNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          3h 50mAverage duration
          173 milesDistance
          12kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£12 - £107Average duration6h 50m
          7kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£36 - £416Average duration3h 26m
          7kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£20 - £24Average duration3h 50m
          12kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham start from £12. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            The average bus journey time from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

          3. Which bus companies service the Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            The earliest bus departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham at 02:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            A bus journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          29/11
          £23
          30/11
          £38
          Today
          £16
          02/12
          £13
          03/12
          £12
          04/12
          £12
          05/12
          £19
          06/12
          £23
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from £12 to £58 for a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-04.

          Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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