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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Gateshead is to bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at John Dobson Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Gateshead?

The distance between Liverpool and Gateshead is 179 miles. The road distance is 152.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £130.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle takes 2h 59m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Gateshead bus from?

Liverpool to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Gateshead train from?

Liverpool to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Liverpool to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Liverpool to Gateshead bus arrive?

Liverpool to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Gateshead is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Liverpool to Gateshead.

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

Book your Liverpool to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2020+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Gateshead 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 Liverpool Lime Street to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2h 59m
£30–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus StationUk072
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUk073 / ...
5h 16m
£10–32
Drive 151.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Gateshead151.7 mi
3h
£39–55
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)LPL - NCL
4h 31m
£61–178
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Edge Hill Station to Manchester Airport The Station
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)MAN - NCL
5h 12m
£62–162

Liverpool to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £30–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to John Dobson Street via Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

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