An “epic” coastal North East bus route which only costs £2.50 has been revealed as one of the UK’s most scenic journeys to enjoy.

The X18 from Newcastle to Berwick-upon-Tweed by Arriva featured in 10 of the “UK’s most scenic bus routes” as recommended by The Guardian.

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“The bus fare cap, now set at £2.50 across England, will run until 30 November 2024.

“The cap doesn’t apply to buses in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, but there are still some reasonable fares, so here are 10 great sightseeing routes across the UK.”

Why is this Newcastle to Berwick-upon-Tweed journey one of the most scenic bus routes?

The Guardian said: “This is another epic route that is extraordinary value for £2.50.

"It leaves hourly from Newcastle’s Haymarket bus station and two buses a day go all the way to Berwick, an almost four-hour journey.

"North of Amble, the bus runs beside the River Coquet and stops near craggy medieval Warkworth Castle, which has new interactive trails for 2023 and 20% off for visitors arriving by bus."

The Northern Echo: Would you consider this North East bus journey starting from Newcastle for your next adventure?Would you consider this North East bus journey starting from Newcastle for your next adventure? (Image: Getty)

It adds: “The X18 winds slowly on past towering Bamburgh Castle and views of beaches and islands, including castle-topped Lindisfarne.

“There are flocks of waders at Budle Bay, curlews in stubbled fields, and cows roaming through marram-grassed sand dunes.

“The Walls in Berwick (doubles from £105 B&B) is a welcoming B&B in a Georgian townhouse overlooking the Tweed with the option of Craster kippers for breakfast."

See the North Yorkshire bus route offering Whitby coastal views

Elsewhere, the X93/X94 bus from Scarborough to Whitby with a “great view down the River Esk” also featured on the list.

The Guardian explained: “Rolling through the North York Moors, these buses pass bracken-carpeted woods and bronze age burial mounds.

“They leave Scarborough station every 30 minutes and take an hour to reach Whitby, offering views across moorland to the wild North Sea.

"They stop at Robin Hood’s Bay, with its steep winding lanes and Cove Cafe for tea and handmade cake.

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“Towards the end of the bus ride, there’s a great view down the River Esk to Whitby harbour.

“Dramatic Whitby Abbey, full of celebrated myths and histories from Abbess Hild to Dracula, is offering 20% off entry for visitors arriving by bus, bike or train.

“Tudor Bagdale Hall, with tiled fireplaces and four-poster beds, is two minutes’ walk from Whitby bus station and has a midweek two-nights-for-one offer most weeks until March 2024.”