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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Dunbar is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Dunbar is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library and arriving at Dunbar Asda Spott Rd. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Dunbar. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Dunbar?

The distance between Gateshead and Dunbar is 95 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £40.

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

The train from Newcastle to Dunbar takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Dunbar bus from?

Gateshead to Dunbar bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Dunbar is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Gateshead to Dunbar bus arrive?

Gateshead to Dunbar bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Dunbar Asda Spott Rd station.

Where does the Gateshead to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Dunbar is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Gateshead to Dunbar.

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

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Gateshead to Dunbar - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gateshead to Dunbar by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to DunbarLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
1h 4m
£12–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Dunbar Asda Spott Rdmegabus M20
1h 55m
£11–16
Drive 92.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Dunbar92.3 mi
1h 43m
£24–34

Gateshead to Dunbar by train

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Distance: 94.4 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Dunbar 4 times a day. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Dunbar Asda Spott Rd twice daily. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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