51 Newport ↔ Cowes

Operated by Southern Vectis. First bus 14:55, last bus 14:55. 1 journey on weekdays.

Wanted a different 51? 46 other bus routes are numbered 51 elsewhere in the UK — see every 51 bus by area.

The 51 is confirmed in the national fare cap — single fares cost at most £3 until 31 Dec 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. Source: GOV.UK. Details →
📅 Tomorrow is Summer bank holiday — many operators run a Sunday or special timetable on bank holidays. Check before travelling.

Timetable

Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.

51 towards Newport — Monday to Friday (1 journey)

Route map

All stops on route 51

Towns & areas on this route

Frequently asked questions

What time is the first 51 bus?

The first 51 departure on weekdays leaves at 14:55 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).

What time is the last 51 bus?

The last 51 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 14:55. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.

How much does the 51 bus cost?

The 51 is confirmed by GOV.UK as part of the national fare cap, so a single costs at most £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. Southern Vectis day and weekly tickets can work out cheaper if you travel more than twice a day.

Who runs the 51 bus?

The 51 is operated by Southern Vectis.

Timetable data from Southern Vectis via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (South West England feed). Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.