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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Gateshead is to line 125 bus and bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Gateshead is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Newcastle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Gateshead?

The distance between Preston and Gateshead is 151 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Preston to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gateshead bus from?

Preston to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gateshead train from?

Preston to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Preston to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 6h.

Where does the Preston to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Gateshead train arrive?

Preston to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Gateshead is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Preston to Gateshead.

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

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Preston to Gateshead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 125 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 2m
£35–87
Line 125 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
7h 39m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
6h
£27–49
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Gatesheadcar 118.4 mi
2h 28m
£30–43

Preston to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Newcastle via Carlisle in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h.

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