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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Gateshead is to rideshare which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £14 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus Station station and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Leeds to Gateshead?

The distance between Leeds and Gateshead is 105 miles. The road distance is 94.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £14 - £80.

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

The train from Leeds to Newcastle takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Gateshead bus from?

Leeds to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Gateshead train from?

Leeds to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Leeds to Gateshead is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £14 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £28 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Leeds to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Gateshead train arrive?

Leeds to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Gateshead is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Leeds to Gateshead.

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

Book your Leeds to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2011+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Can I share a ride from Leeds to Gateshead?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leeds and Gateshead. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Gateshead by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 32m
£14–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk073 / ...
2h 15m
£5–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leeds to Newcastle upon Tyne94.3 mi
2h 6m
£7–13
Drive 93.6 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Gateshead93.6 mi
1h 44m
£24–34

Leeds to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 104.7 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £14–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–17 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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