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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Gateshead is to bus which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Overgate and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Dundee to Gateshead?

The distance between Dundee and Gateshead is 182 miles. The road distance is 164.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

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

The train from Dundee to Newcastle takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Gateshead bus from?

Dundee to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Dundee to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Dundee to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundee to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Gateshead is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Dundee to Gateshead.

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

Book your Dundee to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2017+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Dundee to Gateshead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Dundee to NewcastleAberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 46m
£35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to John Dobson StreetUkn11
4h 40m
£11–25
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Gateshead163.6 mi
3h 15m
£41–59
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 2m
£14–155
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationM92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
4h 42m
£25–39

Dundee to Gateshead by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Gateshead, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Dundee to Newcastle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £11–25 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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