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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Gateshead is to bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £14 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at John Dobson Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Gateshead?

The distance between Dunfermline and Gateshead is 140 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £14 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Dunfermline to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Gateshead bus from?

Dunfermline to Gateshead bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Gateshead train from?

Dunfermline to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £14 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Gateshead bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Gateshead bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Gateshead train arrive?

Dunfermline to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Gateshead is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Dunfermline to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 7m
£14–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus StationX55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
3h 55m
£10–20
Drive 125.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Gateshead125.4 mi
2h 35m
£32–46
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
4h 29m
£17–28

Dunfermline to Gateshead by train

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to John Dobson Street via Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 55m.

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