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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Gateshead is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Gateshead is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Newcastle via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Chester to Gateshead?

The distance between Chester and Gateshead is 187 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Chester to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Gateshead bus from?

Chester to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Gateshead train from?

Chester to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train, bus or fly from Chester to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Chester to Gateshead is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Chester to Gateshead bus arrive?

Chester to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Gateshead train arrive?

Chester to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Chester to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Gateshead is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chester to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 2m
£53–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
7h 16m
£29–45
Drive 166.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Gatesheadcar 166.4 mi
3h 18m
£42–60
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 7m
£80–159
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
5h 52m
£74–191

Chester to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 7h 16m.

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