The average train between Ormskirk and Gateshead takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ormskirk to Gateshead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Gateshead station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Ormskirk to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Ormskirk to Gateshead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Ormskirk to Gateshead train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ormskirk and Gateshead is 176 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Newcastle via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 41m.