The average train between Dunfermline and Gateshead takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is an hourly train service from Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunfermline is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline station and arriving at Gateshead station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Dunfermline to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.
Dunfermline to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Dunfermline to Gateshead train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dunfermline and Gateshead is 170 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 11m.