What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead is to bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £90 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at John Dobson Street via Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Covent Garden station and arriving at Newcastle via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

The distance between Charing Cross and Gateshead is 270 miles. The road distance is 275 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Gateshead without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £90 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Gateshead bus from?

Charing Cross to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Gateshead train from?

Charing Cross to Gateshead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 33m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £280 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Gateshead bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Gateshead train arrive?

Charing Cross to Gateshead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Gateshead is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Charing Cross to Gateshead.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2199+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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There are 8 ways to get from Charing Cross to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 58m
£91–131
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
6h 33m
£32–52
Drive 273.4 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Gatesheadcar 273.4 mi
4h 49m
£68–99
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 12m
£60–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
8h 9m
£57–149
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 49m
£108–269
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 6m
£118–395
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 8m
£113–366

Charing Cross to Gateshead by bus

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Distance: 268.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Gateshead, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Newcastle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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