🚌 Bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Houghton-le-Spring
2 direct routes · about 44 min · first bus 06:53, last bus 18:33 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X1A | Go North East | ~44 min | 13 | 06:53 | 18:33 | Eldon Square Bus Station (Stand E) |
| X1 | Go North East | ~38 min | 1 | 00:03 | 00:03 | Monument Market Street (W-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 Houghton-le-Spring?
2 routes run directly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Houghton-le-Spring: the X1A (Go North East), the X1 (Go North East).
How long does the bus take from Newcastle upon Tyne to Houghton-le-Spring?
Around 44 minutes on the X1A, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Houghton-le-Spring?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X1A) leaves around 06:53 and the last around 18:33. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Houghton-le-Spring?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.