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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Gateshead is to bus which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Gateshead is to train via York which takes 2h 13m and costs £22 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Manchester to Gateshead?

The distance between Manchester and Gateshead is 148 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Gateshead without a car is to train via York which takes 2h 13m and costs £22 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Manchester to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Gateshead bus from?

Manchester to Gateshead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Manchester to Gateshead is to train via York which takes 2h 13m and costs £22 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Manchester to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Gateshead train arrive?

Manchester to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Gateshead is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Manchester to Gateshead.

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

Book your Manchester to Gateshead train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 1998+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to YorkLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 13m
£22–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson StreetUk073
3h 35m
£7–35
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Gateshead130.7 mi
2h 35m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 23m
£25–110

Manchester to Gateshead by train

295Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle via York in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m. National Express also services this route every 2 hours.

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