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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Largs is to bus via John Dobson Street which costs £13 - £35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Largs is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Largs?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Largs. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at School Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Largs?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Largs. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Largs via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Largs?

The distance between Gateshead and Largs is 214 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Largs without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Gateshead to Largs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Largs bus from?

Gateshead to Largs bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Largs train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Largs?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Largs is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Gateshead to Largs bus arrive?

Gateshead to Largs bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Largs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Largs?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Largs is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Gateshead to Largs.

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

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Where can I stay near Largs?

There are 497+ hotels available in Largs.

Gateshead to Largs - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Gateshead to Largs by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Largs
4h 16m
£37–164
Bus via John Dobson Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus StationUk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to School Street901 / ...
6h 3m
£14–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to School Street901 / ...
5h 48m
£22–32
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Largs171.7 mi
3h 23m
£43–62
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)NCL - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Largs
6h 38m
£79–150
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the bus from Cathedral Street to School Street901 / ...
4h 21m
£32–158
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)NCL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Largs
7h 31m
£48–178

Gateshead to Largs by train and foot

127Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Largs via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to School Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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