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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Wales is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Wales is to fly and train which takes 4h 2m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Wales?

The distance between Gateshead and Wales is 327 miles. The road distance is 305.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Wales without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £170 - £250.

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

The train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central takes 5h 26m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Wales bus from?

Gateshead to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Wales train from?

Gateshead to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.

Train, bus or fly from Gateshead to Wales?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Wales is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Gateshead to Wales bus arrive?

Gateshead to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Gateshead to Wales train arrive?

Gateshead to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Wales is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Gateshead to Wales.

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

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

Book your Gateshead to Wales bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 844+ hotels available in Wales.

Gateshead to Wales - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Gateshead to Wales by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
5h 26m
£170–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
9h 15m
£30–60
Drive 303.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Cardiffcar 303.3 mi
5h 17m
£74–107
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
4h 2m
£38–98
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 37m
£163–232
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 23m
£118–209
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 20m
£61–145
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
6h 36m
£61–168
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train
5h 46m
£145–308

Gateshead to Wales by train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 5h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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