The average train between Walsall and Gateshead takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Walsall 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 Walsall and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Walsall station and arriving at Gateshead station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Walsall to Gateshead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Walsall to Gateshead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Walsall to Gateshead train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Walsall and Gateshead is 265.5 km. The road distance is 348 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h.