What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £7 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Zoo and arriving at John Dobson Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Gateshead is 127 miles. The road distance is 110.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £7 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £7 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead?

Book your Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2015+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Zoo 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 Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 56m
£8–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
3h 20m
£10–19
Drive 109.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead109.6 mi
2h 20m
£28–40
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
3h 49m
£16–27

Edinburgh Zoo to Gateshead by foot, bus, and train

349Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Gateshead, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.