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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Gateshead is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Gateshead?

The distance between Cheltenham and Gateshead is 264 miles. The road distance is 248.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £420.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Newcastle takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Gateshead bus from?

Cheltenham to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Gateshead train from?

Cheltenham to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Gateshead is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Gateshead bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Gateshead train arrive?

Cheltenham to Gateshead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Gateshead is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cheltenham to Gateshead.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cheltenham 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
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to NewcastlePlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 25m
£55–420
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk078
7h 17m
£23–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Street
7h 16m
£34–68
Drive 247 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Gateshead247 mi
4h 11m
£61–88
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3h 45m
£47–126
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 6m
£94–410
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
5h 50m
£136–430
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa 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 42m
£58–207
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 29m
£57–220

Cheltenham to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 262.3 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Newcastle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–420 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to John Dobson Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 7h 16m.

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