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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Cardiff is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Cardiff?

The distance between Gateshead and Cardiff is 327 miles. The road distance is 305.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £490.

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

The train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Cardiff bus from?

Gateshead to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Cardiff train from?

Gateshead to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from Gateshead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 9h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £230 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Gateshead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Gateshead to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Gateshead to Cardiff train arrive?

Gateshead to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Cardiff is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Gateshead to Cardiff.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1595+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Gateshead to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Gateshead to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Newcastle to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
5h 25m
£75–490
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
9h 15m
£18–55
Drive 303.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Cardiffcar 303.3 mi
5h 17m
£73–105
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 14m
£31–117
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 39m
£38–168
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 47m
£79–211
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 20m
£30–85
Fly Newcastle to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NCL - CWL
6h 21m
£57–228
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 52m
£46–206
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 23m
£98–381

Gateshead to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 324.7 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £75–490 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £18–55 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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