The average train between Holyhead and Gateshead takes 5h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 twice daily between Holyhead and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:30 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 8:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Gateshead station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.
Holyhead to Gateshead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Gateshead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Holyhead to Gateshead train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Holyhead and Gateshead is 269.6 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Newcastle via Newton-le-Willows in around 5h 52m.
