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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Gateshead is to bus which costs £7 - £23 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Gateshead is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at John Dobson Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Newcastle via Manchester Victoria and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Oldham to Gateshead?

The distance between Oldham and Gateshead is 155 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £29 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Oldham to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Gateshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oldham to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Oldham to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Oldham to Gateshead is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £23 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Oldham to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oldham to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Gateshead is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Oldham to Gateshead.

Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Gateshead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Oldham 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 YorkLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 52m
£30–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson StreetUk073
4h 43m
£7–23
Drive 122.7 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Gateshead122.7 mi
2h 27m
£31–45
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station172 / ...
5h 11m
£13–40

Oldham to Gateshead by tram and train

319Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.8 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a vehicle from Oldham King Street to Newcastle via Victoria, Manchester Victoria, and York in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–23 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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