The average train between Wakefield and Gateshead takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 7:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 10:44 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Gateshead station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.
Wakefield to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
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The distance between Wakefield and Gateshead is 142.4 km. The road distance is 184 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 50m.