The average train between Chester and Gateshead takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Gateshead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chester and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 12:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Gateshead station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Chester to Gateshead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.
Chester to Gateshead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Chester to Gateshead train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Gateshead is 214.2 km. The road distance is 300 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.