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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Shildon is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Shildon is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Gateshead Interchange and arriving at St Johns Church via Newgate Street Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Shildon?

The distance between Gateshead and Shildon is 45 miles. The road distance is 26.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Gateshead to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Shildon bus from?

Gateshead to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Gateshead Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Shildon?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Shildon is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus and line 5 bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Gateshead to Shildon bus arrive?

Gateshead to Shildon bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Newgate Street Stand E station.

Where does the Gateshead to Shildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Shildon is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Gateshead to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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Gateshead to Shildon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, and line 5 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gateshead to Shildon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to DarlingtonNewcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to ShildonDarlington - Bishop Auckland / ...
1h 31m
£8–14
Bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gateshead Interchange to Newgate Street Stand EX21
2. Take the bus from Newgate Street Stand C to St Johns Church1 / ...
2h 11m
£6
Line 6 bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand J to Newgate Street Stand E6
2. Take the bus from Newgate Street Stand C to St Johns Church1 / ...
2h 7m
£9–11
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Shildon26.6 mi
39 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gateshead to Shildon26.6 mi
39 min
£55–70

Gateshead to Shildon by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.5 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Shildon, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Shildon via Darlington in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newcastle to St Johns Church via Durham, Bus Station Stand J, Newgate Street Stand E, and Newgate Street Stand C in around 2h 7m.

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