What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Newcastle via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Gateshead?

The distance between Blackpool and Gateshead is 168 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Gateshead without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 31m and costs £20 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Gateshead?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Blackpool to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Gateshead bus from?

Blackpool to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Gateshead train from?

Blackpool to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Gateshead is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 31m and costs £20 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Blackpool to Gateshead bus arrive?

Blackpool to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Gateshead train arrive?

Blackpool to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Gateshead is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Blackpool to Gateshead.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Gateshead?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Gateshead?

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Blackpool to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Gateshead by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 31m
£20–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
6h 15m
£16–53
Drive 122.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Gatesheadcar 122.7 mi
2h 41m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 1m
£30–131

Blackpool to Gateshead by train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Gateshead.

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Newcastle via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Newcastle Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 15m.

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