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 £22 - £65 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 3h 53m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart five times a day, 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 six 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 315 miles. The road distance is 305.9 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 Birmingham which takes 5h 35m and costs £100 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m 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 Kingsway GD 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 Birmingham which takes 5h 35m and costs £100 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gateshead train arrive?

Cardiff to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gateshead is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Gateshead.

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

Book your Cardiff to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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 2020+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Cardiff to Gateshead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NewcastleReading - Newcastle / ...
5h 35m
£105–301
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Street
8h 36m
£22–69
Drive 304.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gateshead304.2 mi
5h 13m
£76–110
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3h 53m
£48–132
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NewcastleCardiff Central - Edinburgh
5h 52m
£140–490
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to NewcastleManchester Airport - Newcastle / ...
7h 44m
£76–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
9h 10m
£22–65
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 2m
£100–348
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 50m
£60–218

Cardiff to Gateshead by train

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 313.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson Street via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 36m.

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