The average train between Durham and Gateshead takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 11 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Durham 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 every 20 minutes between Durham and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 12:25 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham station and arriving at Gateshead station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.
Durham to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Durham to Gateshead train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Gateshead is 20.7 km. The road distance is 22 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 17 min. Three other operators also service this route.