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 36m.

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 8m and costs £60 - £120.

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 37m.

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 twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

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 8m and costs £60 - £120.

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

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Newcastle takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs twice 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 8m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 37m.

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 36m 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?

There are 2009+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk 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 Falkirk Grahamston to NewcastleInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 8m
£60–120
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh WaverleyDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 9m
£10–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
4h 37m
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Gateshead131.2 mi
2h 36m
£33–48
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
4h 46m

Falkirk to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weir Street to John Dobson Street via Princes Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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