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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Gateshead is to train which costs £5 - £11 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Gateshead is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Darlington to Gateshead?

The distance between Darlington and Gateshead is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Darlington to Newcastle takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Gateshead bus from?

Darlington to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Gateshead train from?

Darlington to Gateshead train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Darlington to Gateshead is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Darlington to Gateshead bus arrive?

Darlington to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Gateshead is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Darlington to Gateshead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2126+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Darlington to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Darlington to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Darlington to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
30 min
£5–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 591 / ...
55 min
£6–17
Drive 34 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Gatesheadcar 34 mi
41 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darlington to Gatesheadtaxi 34 mi
41 min
£70–90

Darlington to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 30 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Newcastle Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 55 min. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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