🚌 Bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham
4 direct routes · about 51 min · first bus 07:17, last bus 21:15 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X21 | Go North East | ~51 min | 37 | 07:17 | 21:15 | Eldon Square Bus Station (Stand F) |
| X12 | Arriva North East | ~49 min | 14 | 07:00 | 20:30 | Eldon Square Bus Station (Stand F) |
| N21 | Go North East | ~50 min | 4 | 00:10 | 03:10 | Monument Market Street (W-Bound) |
| 177 | National Express | ~30 min | 1 | 10:45 | 10:45 | Newcastle Coach Station (S-Bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Newcastle upon Tyne on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham?
4 routes run directly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham: the X21 (Go North East), the X12 (Arriva North East), the N21 (Go North East), the 177 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham?
Around 51 minutes on the X21, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X21) leaves around 07:17 and the last around 21:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Durham?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.