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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Gateshead is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Weir Street and arriving at John Dobson Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Gateshead?

The distance between Falkirk and Gateshead is 149 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £80.

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

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Newcastle takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Gateshead bus from?

Falkirk to Gateshead bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Weir Street station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Falkirk to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Falkirk to Gateshead bus arrive?

Falkirk to Gateshead bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Falkirk to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Gateshead is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Falkirk to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Newcastletrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 6m
£30–80
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 9m
£13–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes Streetbus X38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
4h 41m
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Gatesheadcar 131.2 mi
2h 37m
£32–46

Falkirk to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weir Street to John Dobson Street via Princes Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 41m.

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