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 £11 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £26 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

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 24m.

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 which takes 2h 24m and costs £26 - £110.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Gateshead bus from?

Manchester to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach 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 which takes 2h 24m and costs £26 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Gateshead bus arrive?

Manchester to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Gateshead is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m 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 2124+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Manchester to Gateshead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 24m
£26–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
3h 50m
£11–35
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Gatesheadcar 130.7 mi
2h 37m
£32–46

Manchester to Gateshead by train

122Weekly Trains

2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £26–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £11–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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