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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at John Dobson Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Newcastle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Gateshead?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Gateshead is 152 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Gateshead bus from?

Kilmarnock to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Gateshead train from?

Kilmarnock to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Gateshead bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Gateshead train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Gateshead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Gateshead is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Kilmarnock to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Kilmarnock to Gateshead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£59–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
5h 15m
£22–35
Drive 146.7 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Gatesheadcar 146.7 mi
2h 54m
£37–53
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
5h 17m
£70–188
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
5h 34m
£36–80

Kilmarnock to Gateshead by train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Newcastle via Carlisle in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Street hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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