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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Scotland is to bus which costs £7 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Scotland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 24m and costs £25 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Scotland?

The distance between Gateshead and Scotland is 171 miles. The road distance is 151.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Scotland without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 24m and costs £25 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Gateshead to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Scotland bus from?

Gateshead to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Scotland?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Scotland is to train via Edinburgh which takes 2h 24m and costs £25 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Gateshead to Scotland bus arrive?

Gateshead to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Scotland is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Gateshead to Scotland.

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

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

Book your Gateshead to Scotland bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1366+ hotels available in Scotland.

Gateshead to Scotland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gateshead to Scotland 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 24m
£26–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus StationUk010 / ...
4h 5m
£7–35
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Glasgow150.4 mi
2h 42m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 34m
£40–80

Gateshead to Scotland by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Glasgow Queen Street via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £7–26 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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