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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £60 - £90 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to train and fly which takes 3h 25m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Gateshead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Gateshead?

The distance between Reading and Gateshead is 309 miles. The road distance is 279.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Gateshead without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Reading to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gateshead bus from?

Reading to Gateshead bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gateshead train from?

Reading to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Reading to Gateshead is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Gateshead bus arrive?

Reading to Gateshead bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Gateshead train arrive?

Reading to Gateshead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Gateshead is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Reading to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£108–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3h 38m
£61–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 815
8h 49m
£71–115
Drive 278 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Gatesheadcar 278 mi
4h 53m
£69–99
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 42m
£130–200
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10
9h 10m
£62–88
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 25m
£103–222
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 22m
£68–149
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
5h 33m
£109–363

Reading to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Newcastle via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Newcastle Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 49m.

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