Driving from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne lies 131 km (81 mi) north of Leeds, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h without stops, over roughly 160 km (99 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Leeds | Newcastle upon Tyne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 536,280 | 300,125 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | LS1–ME17 | NE1–NE98 |
Where to book car hire from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne
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Staying in Newcastle upon Tyne
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Common questions
How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Leeds?
131 km (81 mi) in a straight line, north of Leeds; by road roughly 160 km (99 mi).
How long does it take to get from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne by car?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Leeds and Newcastle upon Tyne?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.