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 - £50 and takes 5h 55m.

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 39m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at John Dobson Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 36m.

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 36m and costs £19 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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 36m and costs £19 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 5h 55m.

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 39m to drive from Blackpool to Gateshead.

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

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Blackpool to Gateshead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

There are 5 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 CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to NewcastleCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 36m
£19–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Street
5h 55m
£17–48
Drive 122.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Gateshead122.7 mi
2h 39m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h
£29–136
Train, line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Bolton
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchange8
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
6h 54m

Blackpool to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to John Dobson Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 55m.

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