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 £22 - £60 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 13m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart five times a day, 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 six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 26m.

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 26m and costs £120 - £500.

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

The train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central takes 5h 26m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Cardiff bus from?

Gateshead to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street 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 or bus from Gateshead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £120 - £500. Alternatively, you can bus via Sheffield, which costs £21 - £75 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Gateshead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Gateshead to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 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 14m to drive from Gateshead to Cardiff.

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

Book your Gateshead to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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?

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Gateshead to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
5h 26m
£120–500
Bus via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
8h 21m
£22–74
Drive 303.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Cardiff303.3 mi
5h 14m
£76–110
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 13m
£41–124
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 32m
£156–512
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester PiccadillyNewcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 46m
£80–194
Bus
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GDUk078
9h 15m
£22–60
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 19m
£98–390
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 54m
£55–218

Gateshead to Cardiff by train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 324.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £120–500 and the journey takes 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GD via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 8h 21m.

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