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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gateshead?

The distance between Cardiff and Gateshead is 317 miles. The road distance is 305.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 48m and costs £160 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Cardiff to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gateshead bus from?

Cardiff to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gateshead train from?

Cardiff to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gateshead is to train via Derby which takes 5h 48m and costs £160 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead train arrive?

Cardiff to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gateshead is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Gateshead.

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

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

Book your Cardiff to Gateshead bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Cardiff to Gateshead - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 48m
£161–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
9h 10m
£30–55
Drive 303.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gatesheadcar 303.8 mi
5h 17m
£75–108
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 5m
£56–135
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
5h 52m
£160–240
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newcastletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Newcastle / ...
6h 47m
£114–198
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
9h 30m
£61–143
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 40m
£135–295
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 19m
£127–390
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 49m
£98–246

Cardiff to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 315 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle via Derby in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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