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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Sunderland is to train which costs £2 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Sunderland is to train which takes 18 min and costs £2 - £5.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Sunderland Interchange. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Sunderland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Sunderland. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Gateshead to Sunderland?

The distance between Gateshead and Sunderland is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

The train from Newcastle to Sunderland takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Sunderland train from?

Gateshead to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Sunderland is to train which takes 18 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Gateshead to Sunderland bus arrive?

Gateshead to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Where does the Gateshead to Sunderland train arrive?

Gateshead to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Sunderland is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Gateshead to Sunderland.

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

Book your Gateshead to Sunderland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Gateshead to Sunderland bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Gateshead to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car

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

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 SunderlandCarlisle - Nunthorpe / ...
18 min
£2–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Gateshead to SunderlandGrn
27 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Sunderland InterchangeUk010 / ...
30 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gateshead to Sunderland11.8 mi
20 min
£28–35
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Sunderland11.8 mi
20 min
£3–5

Gateshead to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Sunderland hourly. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Sunderland Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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