Eldon Square Bus Station – Ponteland and Darras Hall

Frequently asked questions about the X78

What time is the first and last X78 bus?

The first X78 of the day departs at 06:00 and the last one departs at 23:20. 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 X78 bus run at weekends?

Yes. The X78 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.

Where does the X78 bus go?

The X78 runs between Eldon Square Bus Station and Ponteland and Darras Hall, via Ponteland. The full list of stops in each direction is shown above.

Who operates the X78 bus?

The X78 is operated by Stagecoach. 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.