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X72

Stanley – Newcastle

via Crookgate, Dipton

Go North East First 07:40 Last 23:15Every day

Route X72 runs between Stanley and Newcastle via Crookgate, Dipton. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Newcastle Eldon SquareTowards Stanley Bus Station
Stanley Bus Station Stand JNo more todayNo more today
Pontop Road EndX7218:3619:2520:25and moreX7220:1320:5821:58and more
SchoolsX7218:4819:3620:36and moreX7220:0120:4621:46and more
Eldon Square Bus StationX7219:2120:0821:08and moreX7219:3020:1521:15and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Newcastle Eldon Square

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Stanley Bus Station Stand J · Stanley07:40
  2. 2Arch - Eden Terrace · South Moor07:41
  3. 3Oxhill crossings · South Moor07:41
  4. 4Ely Terrace · New Kyo07:42
  5. 5Sandhole Club · New Kyo07:42
  6. 6Shield Row Lane · New Kyo07:43
  7. 7Prospect Terrace · New Kyo07:43
  8. 8South View - Watsons Garage · Annfield Plain07:44

Frequently asked questions about the X72

What time is the first and last X72 bus?
The first X72 of the day departs at 07:40 and the last one departs at 23:15. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the X72 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The X72 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
How long does the X72 bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the X72 takes about 44 minutes between Stanley and Newcastle, running via Crookgate and Dipton. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the X72 bus?
The X72 is operated by Go North East. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.